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Amid ongoing Bangladesh elections on Thursday (Feb 12), clashes were reported between Jamaat-e-Islami and Bangladesh Nationalist Party's supporters in Mirpur-10 constituency in Dhaka. Jamaat-e-Islami chief Shafiqur Rahman is contesting from this seat. Security forces quickly brought the situation under control. Images from the ground shows heavy police presence and continuous patrolling outside the poll both where scuffle took place. In another incident at a polling booth in Gopalganj city, three people, including a teenage girl, were injured after a crude bomb went off. Gopalganj is former PM Sheikh Hasina and her party Awami League's former stronghold. Bangladesh's The Business Standard reported that the presiding officer of the polling booth were injured. However , polling is reportedly going on without disruption despite the blast. Meanwhile, India's Border Security Force (BSF) has been put on high alert at the Fulbari Integrated Check Post (ICP) along the Indo-Bangladesh border in West Bengal's Jalpaiguri.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hindu-man-found-dead-in-tea-garden-with-hands-and-feet-tied-on-bangladesh-election-eve-what-we-know-1770868337069">Hindu man found dead in tea garden with hands and feet tied on Bangladesh election eve: What we know</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/bangladesh-votes-under-heavy-security-as-crucial-national-elections-begin-wion-1770863739626/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/bangladesh-votes-under-heavy-security-as-crucial-national-elections-begin-wion-1770863739626/embed</a>&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Scuffle reported at Mirpur, during Bangladesh Elections. But no major incident of violence reported in the country so far since voting began earlier today. <a href="https://t.co/gTPEnCAVQy">pic.twitter.com/gTPEnCAVQy</a>&mdash; Sidhant Sibal (@sidhant) <a href="https://twitter.com/sidhant/status/2021828667635343591?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 12, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

After casting his vote, Tarique Rahman said that he has received some reports from some parts about unexpected incidents. He said, "We received some unexpected reports last night, which are not desirable at all. However, we have seen that the law enforcement agencies have dealt with every situation very strictly. I believe that if people come to the polling centres in large numbers today and cast their votes, any conspiracy can be thwarted." Yunus called the election day as Bangladesh new “birthday.” Jamaat's Shafiqur Rahman warned against rigging and said that he will accept the poll result if elections are “free and fair.”<h2>Poll rigging allegations</h2>Jamaat-e-Islami candidate Khaleduz Zaman, who is running against BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman has made poll rigging allegations. Speaking to reporters he said, “The situation is not good because without a polling agent, in a separate room, someone is sealing the papers. It is totally disappointing. I have seen this in some places. We were hopeful that Jamaat-e-Islami would win the election, but if this happens, how can we have hopes...”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Dhaka, Bangladesh: Khaleduz Zaman, Jamaat-e-Islami candidate, who is running against BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman, says, &quot;The situation is not good because without a polling agent, in a separate room, someone is sealing the papers. It is totally disappointing. I have seen… <a href="https://t.co/6s64j9HMHb">pic.twitter.com/6s64j9HMHb</a>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/2021828228860850306?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 12, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/-no-vote-option-overseas-ballots-and-absence-of-hasina-many-firsts-of-bangladesh-elections-1770864402184">'No' vote option, overseas ballots and absence of Hasina: Many firsts of Bangladesh Elections</a><h2>Bangladesh Elections</h2>Bangladesh is holding its first election since the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. This is also the first polls in the country that won't have the presence of the ‘two Begums’ - Hasina, as she has fled to India and Khaleda Zia, as she passed away in December 2025. The elections are a two-way fight between Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and coalition of 11 parties led by Jamaat-e-Islami. While BNP, Jamaat and interim head Muhammad Yunus have termed the election as country's return to democracy, Sheikh Hasina has dismissed it saying it is a “sham.” Voting is taking place in 299 seats out of 300 parliamentary seats. The polling at Sherpur-3 constituency was postponed following the death of a candidate. Bangladeshis are also voting on a 84-point constitutional reform package referendum proposed by Yunus.

Clashes broke out between Jamaat and BNP supporters in Dhaka’s Mirpur-10 seat during Bangladesh’s crucial post-Hasina elections. A crude bomb injured three in Gopalganj, though polling continued. Security has been tightened, with India’s BSF on high alert along the border.

Amid ongoing Bangladesh elections on Thursday (Feb 12), clashes were reported between Jamaat-e-Islami and Bangladesh Nationalist Party's supporters in Mirpur-10 constituency in Dhaka. Jamaat-e-Islami chief Shafiqur Rahman is contesting from this seat. Security forces quickly brought the situation under control. Images from the ground shows heavy police presence and continuous patrolling outside the poll both where scuffle took place. In another incident at a polling booth in Gopalganj city, three people, including a teenage girl, were injured after a crude bomb went off. Gopalganj is former PM Sheikh Hasina and her party Awami League's former stronghold. Bangladesh's The Business Standard reported that the presiding officer of the polling booth were injured. However , polling is reportedly going on without disruption despite the blast. Meanwhile, India's Border Security Force (BSF) has been put on high alert at the Fulbari Integrated Check Post (ICP) along the Indo-Bangladesh border in West Bengal's Jalpaiguri. Also Read: Hindu man found dead in tea garden with hands and feet tied on Bangladesh election eve: What we know https://www.wionews.com/videos/bangladesh-votes-under-heavy-security-as-crucial-national-elections-begin-wion-1770863739626/embed

Clashes broke out between Jamaat and BNP supporters in Dhaka’s Mirpur-10 seat during Bangladesh’s crucial post-Hasina elections. A crude bomb injured three in Gopalganj, though polling continued. Security has been tightened, with India’s BSF on high alert along the border.

Crude bomb explosion, BNP-Jamaat clash and poll rigging allegations: What's latest from Bangladesh

As Bangladesh cast its vote in the first election on Thursday (Feb 12) after the deadly 2024 uprising, BNP’s Tarique Rahman and Jamaat‑e‑Islami leader Shafiqur Rahman compete in a two-way contest. The election is one of its most consequential in decades and comes about 18 months after the resignation of long-time prime minister Sheikh Hasina, which ended the Awami League’s rule.<h2>‘New dream’</h2>Interim leader Muhammad Yunus called the polling day “a day of freedom, adding that the election has begun a “new dream”, ending the “nightmare”.“This is a day of freedom,” the 85‑year‑old Nobel Peace Prize winner said after voting in Dhaka. “Through this, we have ended the nightmare and begun a new dream.”Yunus has been serving as the acting head of the state since the ouster of Hasina in August 2024.“Today is the birthday of a new Bangladesh. We will celebrate this birthday throughout the day. But I would remind you that along with voting, please also vote for the referendum (Gono vote),” Yunus said. “Voting for the party candidates is important, but voting for the referendum will ensure continuation of democracy.”<h2>Tarique Rahman ‘very optimistic’</h2>Bangladesh’s leading prime ministerial hopeful, Tarique Rahman, the chief of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and son of former prime minister Khaleda Zia, urged citizens to vote and combat the “conspiracies” attempted to derail the election.“I firmly believe that if people in Bangladesh come out to cast their votes, conspiracies will not succeed,” Rahman told reporters after voting in Dhaka. “My best wishes to everyone for ushering in a new democracy.”When asked about election results, the BNP chairman said, “Voting has just begun. It would not be right to comment on the outcome just yet. But I am, Insha’Allah, very optimistic. We have full faith in the people’s verdict.”<h2>Jamaat‑e‑Islami warns against vote rigging allegations</h2>Meanwhile, the chief of Bangladesh’s Jamaat‑e‑Islami-led coalition, Shafiqur Rahman, warned that his influential party would contest any allegations of vote rigging in the elections.“If any allegations are serious, we will not spare anyone – we will do whatever is required,” Jamaat‑e‑Islami chief Rahman told reporters after casting his ballot in Dhaka. “We do not want people to lose their democratic rights. I urge everyone to come out of their homes, exercise their democratic rights, and take part in building the country.”

Bangladesh votes in its first post-uprising election as BNP’s Tarique Rahman and Jamaat’s Shafiqur Rahman face off. Yunus calls it a “day of freedom”, marking a new democratic beginning.

As Bangladesh cast its vote in the first election on Thursday (Feb 12) after the deadly 2024 uprising, BNP’s Tarique Rahman and Jamaat‑e‑Islami leader Shafiqur Rahman compete in a two-way contest. The election is one of its most consequential in decades and comes about 18 months after the resignation of long-time prime minister Sheikh Hasina, which ended the Awami League’s rule. ‘New dream’ Interim leader Muhammad Yunus called the polling day “a day of freedom, adding that the election has begun a “new dream”, ending the “nightmare”. “This is a day of freedom,” the 85‑year‑old Nobel Peace Prize winner said after voting in Dhaka. “Through this, we have ended the nightmare and begun a new dream.” Yunus has been serving as the acting head of the state since the ouster of Hasina in August 2024. “Today is the birthday of a new Bangladesh. We will celebrate this birthday throughout the day. But I would remind you that along with voting, please also vote for the referendum (Gono vote),” Yunus said. “Voting for the party candidates is important, but voting for the referendum will ensure continuation of democracy.” Tarique Rahman ‘very optimistic’ Bangladesh’s leading prime ministerial hopeful, Tarique Rahman, the chief of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and son of former prime minister Khaleda Zia, urged citizens to vote and combat the “conspiracies” attempted to derail the election. “I firmly believe that if people in Bangladesh come out to cast their votes, conspiracies will not succeed,” Rahman told reporters after voting in Dhaka. “My best wishes to everyone for ushering in a new democracy.” When asked about election results, the BNP chairman said, “Voting has just begun. It would not be right to comment on the outcome just yet. But I am, Insha’Allah, very optimistic. We have full faith in the people’s verdict.” Jamaat‑e‑Islami warns against vote rigging allegations Meanwhile, the chief of Bangladesh’s Jamaat‑e‑Islami-led coalition, Shafiqur Rahman, warned that his influential party would contest any allegations of vote rigging in the elections. “If any allegations are serious, we will not spare anyone – we will do whatever is required,” Jamaat‑e‑Islami chief Rahman told reporters after casting his ballot in Dhaka. “We do not want people to lose their democratic rights. I urge everyone to come out of their homes, exercise their democratic rights, and take part in building the country.”

Bangladesh votes in its first post-uprising election as BNP’s Tarique Rahman and Jamaat’s Shafiqur Rahman face off. Yunus calls it a “day of freedom”, marking a new democratic beginning.

BNP’s Tarique vs Jamaat’s Shafiqur: Leaders cast vote in Bangladesh elections, Yunus calls it ‘day of freedom’

Tarique Rahman, Chairman of Bangladesh Nationalist Party-BNP and son of Bangladesh's former Prime Minister, Begum Khaleda Zia, cast his vote for the 13th Parliamentary elections, at a polling centre in Dhaka on Thursday (February 12, 2025). He is back in the country after nearly 17 years of self-imposed exile.&nbsp;Rahman requested citizens to exercise their right to vote and expressed confidence in the victory of the BNP in the general elections of 2026. Soon after casting his vote, he stated that if voted to power, the BNP would prioritise law and order. The February 12 election to elect 350 members of parliament comes after a prolonged period of political instability triggered by the removal of the Sheikh Hasina-led government.<h3>Who is Tarique Rahman?</h3>Rahman is the eldest son of former Bangladesh President Ziaur Rahman and former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, who served three terms. His return comes at a time of widespread unrest, violence, and ongoing debate over the role of the interim government.&nbsp;General Ziaur Rahman founded the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) on September 1, 1978. He also played a key role in the country’s liberation and established the first civil administration in Roumari after the area was recaptured from Pakistani forces. Following Khaleda Zia’s death, Rahman officially took over as BNP chairman in December 2025, having earlier served as the party’s acting chief.&nbsp;Often referred to as the “dark prince,” Tarique Rahman is believed to have wielded significant influence between 2001 and 2006, when a BNP–Jamaat-e-Islami coalition governed the country under Khaleda Zia’s leadership. At the time, Rahman was based out of Hawa Bhaban, a two-floor building with a 'wind tunnel'. On paper, it was his office and was like a "shadow PMO."&nbsp;From 2006 to 2008, a violent civil unrest occurred where the BNP and Awami League argued over an election that was supposed to be held by mid-November 2006. The unrest led to the installation of a military 'caretaker' government, which was reportedly accused of restricting fundamental freedoms and attempting to create a political alternative without Zia or Hasina. The election was eventually held in 2008, resulting in a victory for the Awami League.&nbsp;The caretaker government arrested Rehman in May 2007, and he remained in custody for 17 months on multiple charges. He was later convicted in absentia on multiple charges that included money laundering and connection with the alleged plot to assassinate Hasina.&nbsp;According to a report by Al Jazeera, these convictions were overturned after Hasina was ousted from power during a student-led uprising in August 2024. Following his release, Rahman travelled to London for medical treatment, alleging torture during detention. His return comes at a critical juncture for the country, as he presents himself and the BNP as a "champion of democracy".&nbsp;WATCH: https://www.wionews.com/videos/bangladesh-votes-under-heavy-security-as-crucial-national-elections-begin-wion-1770875962053/embedd&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/canada-school-shooter-transgender-jesse-van-rootselaar-mother-jennifer-strang-1770865781929">Canada school shooter, Jesse Van Rootselaar, killed own mother who once called to end trans hate</a>

Rahman requested citizens to exercise their right to vote and expressed confidence in the victory of the BNP in the general elections of 2026. Soon after casting his vote, he stated that if voted to power, the BNP would prioritise law and order.

Tarique Rahman, Chairman of Bangladesh Nationalist Party-BNP and son of Bangladesh's former Prime Minister, Begum Khaleda Zia, cast his vote for the 13th Parliamentary elections, at a polling centre in Dhaka on Thursday (February 12, 2025). He is back in the country after nearly 17 years of self-imposed exile. Rahman requested citizens to exercise their right to vote and expressed confidence in the victory of the BNP in the general elections of 2026. Soon after casting his vote, he stated that if voted to power, the BNP would prioritise law and order. The February 12 election to elect 350 members of parliament comes after a prolonged period of political instability triggered by the removal of the Sheikh Hasina-led government. Who is Tarique Rahman? Rahman is the eldest son of former Bangladesh President Ziaur Rahman and former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, who served three terms. His return comes at a time of widespread unrest, violence, and ongoing debate over the role of the interim government. General Ziaur Rahman founded the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) on September 1, 1978. He also played a key role in the country’s liberation and established the first civil administration in Roumari after the area was recaptured from Pakistani forces. Following Khaleda Zia’s death, Rahman officially took over as BNP chairman in December 2025, having earlier served as the party’s acting chief. Often referred to as the “dark prince,” Tarique Rahman is believed to have wielded significant influence between 2001 and 2006, when a BNP–Jamaat-e-Islami coalition governed the country under Khaleda Zia’s leadership. At the time, Rahman was based out of Hawa Bhaban, a two-floor building with a 'wind tunnel'. On paper, it was his office and was like a "shadow PMO." From 2006 to 2008, a violent civil unrest occurred where the BNP and Awami League argued over an election that was supposed to be held by mid-November 2006. The unrest led to the installation of a military 'caretaker' government, which was reportedly accused of restricting fundamental freedoms and attempting to create a political alternative without Zia or Hasina. The election was eventually held in 2008, resulting in a victory for the Awami League. The caretaker government arrested Rehman in May 2007, and he remained in custody for 17 months on multiple charges. He was later convicted in absentia on multiple charges that included money laundering and connection with the alleged plot to assassinate Hasina. According to a report by Al Jazeera, these convictions were overturned after Hasina was ousted from power during a student-led uprising in August 2024. Following his release, Rahman travelled to London for medical treatment, alleging torture during detention. His return comes at a critical juncture for the country, as he presents himself and the BNP as a "champion of democracy". WATCH: https://www.wionews.com/videos/bangladesh-votes-under-heavy-security-as-crucial-national-elections-begin-wion-1770875962053/embedd Also read: Canada school shooter, Jesse Van Rootselaar, killed own mother who once called to end trans hate

Rahman requested citizens to exercise their right to vote and expressed confidence in the victory of the BNP in the general elections of 2026. Soon after casting his vote, he stated that if voted to power, the BNP would prioritise law and order.

Who is Tarique Rahman? The 'Dark Prince' and front-runner for Bangladesh PM post

Attorney General Pam Bondi on Wednesday (Feb 11) refused to apologise to survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's nefarious underage sex racket, even after being pressed to do so at a House Judiciary Committee hearing. Bondi rebuffed Representative Pramilla Jayapal's request to turn around and address the victims of the convicted sex offender, and instead triggered a shouting match, accusing the Democrat lawmaker of "theatrics".This comes days after the Bondi-led Department of Justice (DoJ) released a massive tranche of over 3 million documents from the Epstein files cache, most of which were riddled with redactions. Despite the heavily blacked-out sections, the file release, as per reports, contained nudes and identities of the victims, even as the identities of the offenders were redacted.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/epstein-files-debacle-doj-exposes-nude-victims-in-catastrophic-file-dump-but-remembers-to-redact-trump-s-face-1770021222053">Shocking Epstein Files debacle: DOJ exposes nude victims in catastrophic file dump, but remembers to redact Trump's face</a><h2>'Apologise' now</h2>At the heated congressional hearing, Jayapal directly addressed Epstein survivors who were present in the audience to stand up if they had not been able to meet with Donald Trump's justice department. 11 members of the audience stood up, to which the Democrat asked Bondi to "turn to them now and apologise for what your Department of Justice has put them through".Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explosive-epstein-files-accuse-trump-of-raping-13-year-old-murdering-a-new-born-white-house-says-this-about-allegations-1769823565436">Explosive Epstein files accuse Trump of raping 13-year-old, murdering a newborn; White House says THIS about allegations</a>However, Trump's attorney general refused to apologise to the survivors and instead fired back, seeking to blame her predecessor, Merrick Garland. She claimed that in his four years as the AG, Garland was never asked about Epstein and also sought to drag former President Joe Biden through the mud. However, her exasperated rant was cut off by Jayapal, who said, "This is not about anybody that came before you."Watch the heated exchange here:

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"It is about you taking responsibility for your Department of Justice and the harm that it has done to the survivors who are standing right behind you and are waiting for you to turn to them and apologise," said the Democrat. However, Bondi indignantly replied she wasn't going "to get in the gutter with these theatrics," before muttering "unprofessional".Also at the hearing, Bondi faced accusations of lying under oath to protect US President Donald Trump, who is known to have been friends with the convicted sex offender for years. Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pam-bondi-lied-under-oath-to-protect-potus-democrats-tell-ag-to-resign-amid-trump-epstein-links-watch-video-1770863293332">Pam Bondi accused of 'lying under oath': Is she trying to protect Trump? Video</a>

Pam Bondi refused to apologise to Epstein survivors during a tense House hearing, sparking a shouting match with Rep. Pramila Jayapal. She instead compared tendering an apology to “getting in the gutter” and “theatrics”. Scroll down to watch the full infuriating exchange.

Attorney General Pam Bondi on Wednesday (Feb 11) refused to apologise to survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's nefarious underage sex racket, even after being pressed to do so at a House Judiciary Committee hearing. Bondi rebuffed Representative Pramilla Jayapal's request to turn around and address the victims of the convicted sex offender, and instead triggered a shouting match, accusing the Democrat lawmaker of "theatrics". This comes days after the Bondi-led Department of Justice (DoJ) released a massive tranche of over 3 million documents from the Epstein files cache, most of which were riddled with redactions. Despite the heavily blacked-out sections, the file release, as per reports, contained nudes and identities of the victims, even as the identities of the offenders were redacted. Also read | Shocking Epstein Files debacle: DOJ exposes nude victims in catastrophic file dump, but remembers to redact Trump's face 'Apologise' now At the heated congressional hearing, Jayapal directly addressed Epstein survivors who were present in the audience to stand up if they had not been able to meet with Donald Trump's justice department. 11 members of the audience stood up, to which the Democrat asked Bondi to "turn to them now and apologise for what your Department of Justice has put them through". Also read | Explosive Epstein files accuse Trump of raping 13-year-old, murdering a newborn; White House says THIS about allegations However, Trump's attorney general refused to apologise to the survivors and instead fired back, seeking to blame her predecessor, Merrick Garland. She claimed that in his four years as the AG, Garland was never asked about Epstein and also sought to drag former President Joe Biden through the mud. However, her exasperated rant was cut off by Jayapal, who said, "This is not about anybody that came before you." Watch the heated exchange here:

Pam Bondi refused to apologise to Epstein survivors during a tense House hearing, sparking a shouting match with Rep. Pramila Jayapal. She instead compared tendering an apology to “getting in the gutter” and “theatrics”. Scroll down to watch the full exchange.

Epstein hearing turns tense as Pam Bondi refuses to apologise to survivors, says she won’t 'get in the gutter'. Watch!

In yet another killing in Bangladesh, a 28-year-old Hindu man was found dead on Wednesday (Feb 11) with injury marks on his body in Moulvibazar district. The man has been identified as Ratan Shuvo Kar, a worker of Champara Tea Garden. The killing happened few hours before the crucial voting that underway on Thursday. Police said that the body of the deceased was found with his hands and feet tied.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-could-seriously-impair-relations-bangladesh-slams-india-for-allowing-sheikh-hasina-s-hate-speech-1769383115152">'Could seriously impair relations': Bangladesh slams India for allowing Sheikh Hasina's 'hate speech'</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/bangladesh-votes-under-heavy-security-as-crucial-national-elections-begin-wion-1770863739626/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/bangladesh-votes-under-heavy-security-as-crucial-national-elections-begin-wion-1770863739626/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;According to a report by Daily Star, Kar's body had visible injury marks and was soaked in blood when tea garden workers found it and informed authorities. It is unclear if the death is linked to the election. Police said that his body has been sent for an autopsy, and an investigation is underway. The Daily Star also quoted Kar's elder brother, Laxman Kar and said that the family had been searching for him since Tuesday night. "This morning, we were informed that his body was lying in the garden. We went there and identified him. We do not know why he was killed," he said.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/did-bangladesh-s-jamaat-candidate-call-for-quran-based-parliamentary-system-and-ban-on-non-believers-from-parliament-1769310138184">Did Bangladesh's Jamaat candidate call for Quran-based parliamentary system and ban on non-believers from parliament?</a><h2>Violence against Hindus in Bangladesh</h2>Ahead of the polls, Bangladesh Awami League senior leader and former minister Ramesh Chandra Sen died while in custody in Bangladesh's Dinajpur District Jail. His death came approximately a month after a prominent musician and Awami League leader, Proloy Chaki died in custody after suffering a cardiac arrest and his family alleged medical negligence and claimed they were not informed of his deteriorating health in time. Another Awami League leader Abdur Rashid also died in Naogaon jail. Amnesty International reported at least 15 custodial deaths in January 2026 alone, a sharp increase from 9 deaths in December 2025. Several Hindu men have been killed in the unrest that erupted in the country after the killing of student leader Sharif Osman Hadi in December 2025. Even as the political parties contesting the polls and interim administration of Yunus pitched for united Bangladesh and safety of minorities, analysts fear that consolidation of hardline elements after the election could deepen alienation among minorities and erode trust in democratic institutions.<h2>Bangladesh votes in first post-Hasina era elections</h2>Bangladesh is voting in country's first elections since the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in August 2024. The polling time stretches from 7.30 am to 4.30 pm local time. The elections are a bipolar contest between Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) coalition as Hasina's Awami League has been banned. BNP leader Tarique Rahman, son of late former PM Khaleda Zia is being seen as the frontrunner. He has returned from 17 years of exile. Several opinion polls have showed 30-40 per cent support for BNP at and 20-30 per cent for Jamaat-e-Islami coalition. Jammat's PM-face is Shafiqur Rahman, who is also the chief of the Islamist party. While Tarique Rahman is riding on the sympathy wave of the death of her mother and first woman PM of Bangladesh - Begum Khaleda Zia - Jamaat enjoys support of Gen Z voters and has stitched an alliance with 11 parties including the National Citizen Party (NCP) that finds its beginning in the 2024 uprising against Hasina.

A Hindu man was found dead with injury marks in Bangladesh’s Moulvibazar district a day before elections, sparking fears among minorities over poll-related violence. As BNP and Jamaat clash in parts of Dhaka, police are probing whether the killing is linked to the tense political climate.

In yet another killing in Bangladesh, a 28-year-old Hindu man was found dead on Wednesday (Feb 11) with injury marks on his body in Moulvibazar district. The man has been identified as Ratan Shuvo Kar, a worker of Champara Tea Garden. The killing happened few hours before the crucial voting that underway on Thursday. Police said that the body of the deceased was found with his hands and feet tied. Also Read: 'Could seriously impair relations': Bangladesh slams India for allowing Sheikh Hasina's 'hate speech' https://www.wionews.com/videos/bangladesh-votes-under-heavy-security-as-crucial-national-elections-begin-wion-1770863739626/embed According to a report by Daily Star, Kar's body had visible injury marks and was soaked in blood when tea garden workers found it and informed authorities. It is unclear if the death is linked to the election. Police said that his body has been sent for an autopsy, and an investigation is underway. The Daily Star also quoted Kar's elder brother, Laxman Kar and said that the family had been searching for him since Tuesday night. "This morning, we were informed that his body was lying in the garden. We went there and identified him. We do not know why he was killed," he said. Also Read: Did Bangladesh's Jamaat candidate call for Quran-based parliamentary system and ban on non-believers from parliament? Violence against Hindus in Bangladesh Ahead of the polls, Bangladesh Awami League senior leader and former minister Ramesh Chandra Sen died while in custody in Bangladesh's Dinajpur District Jail. His death came approximately a month after a prominent musician and Awami League leader, Proloy Chaki died in custody after suffering a cardiac arrest and his family alleged medical negligence and claimed they were not informed of his deteriorating health in time. Another Awami League leader Abdur Rashid also died in Naogaon jail. Amnesty International reported at least 15 custodial deaths in January 2026 alone, a sharp increase from 9 deaths in December 2025. Several Hindu men have been killed in the unrest that erupted in the country after the killing of student leader Sharif Osman Hadi in December 2025. Even as the political parties contesting the polls and interim administration of Yunus pitched for united Bangladesh and safety of minorities, analysts fear that consolidation of hardline elements after the election could deepen alienation among minorities and erode trust in democratic institutions. Bangladesh votes in first post-Hasina era elections Bangladesh is voting in country's first elections since the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in August 2024. The polling time stretches from 7.30 am to 4.30 pm local time. The elections are a bipolar contest between Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) coalition as Hasina's Awami League has been banned. BNP leader Tarique Rahman, son of late former PM Khaleda Zia is being seen as the frontrunner. He has returned from 17 years of exile. Several opinion polls have showed 30-40 per cent support for BNP at and 20-30 per cent for Jamaat-e-Islami coalition. Jammat's PM-face is Shafiqur Rahman, who is also the chief of the Islamist party. While Tarique Rahman is riding on the sympathy wave of the death of her mother and first woman PM of Bangladesh - Begum Khaleda Zia - Jamaat enjoys support of Gen Z voters and has stitched an alliance with 11 parties including the National Citizen Party (NCP) that finds its beginning in the 2024 uprising against Hasina.

A Hindu man was found dead with injury marks in Bangladesh’s Moulvibazar district a day before elections, sparking fears among minorities over poll-related violence. As BNP and Jamaat clash in parts of Dhaka, police are probing whether the killing is linked to the tense political climate.

Hindu man found dead in tea garden with hands and feet tied on Bangladesh election eve: What we know

The sudden closure of airspace over El Paso, Texas, was forced due to a dispute between the Pentagon and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) over plans for a laser test to shoot down drones used by Mexican drug cartels, according to a report. This comes after the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) halted flight operations at El Paso airport for 10 days, citing security-related concerns, which were later lifted. The Trump administration said that the airspace was closed after Mexican drug cartel drones breached US airspace and were disabled.Associated Press reported, citing people familiar with the situation, Pentagon’s laser test plans resulted in friction with the FAA, which wanted to ensure commercial air safety, as the two agencies sought to coordinate. Despite a scheduled meeting later this month to discuss the issue, the Pentagon was planning to go ahead with the test, prompting the FAA to shut the airspace over El Paso.The news agency reported that the laser was deployed near Fort Bliss without coordinating with the FAA, according to a person familiar with the issue, adding that the technology was used despite the scheduled discussions.While the restrictions were lifted shortly after, it is unusual for an entire airport to shut down for even a short period of time. The incident stranded travellers with luggage lined up at airline counters and car rental desks.The FAA classified the area as “NTL Defense Airspace” and stated that the restriction that covered airspace over El Paso, Texas, and parts of Santa Teresa and New Mexico, was implemented for “special security reasons.”Earlier on Wednesday (Feb 11), a US administration official said that Mexican drug cartel drones breached US airspace and were disabled.United States Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy said in a post on X, “The FAA and DOW acted swiftly to address a cartel drone incursion. The threat has been neutralised, and there is no danger to commercial travel in the region. The restrictions have been lifted, and normal flights are resuming.”

The Trump administration said that the airspace was closed after Mexican drug cartel drones breached US airspace and were disabled.

The sudden closure of airspace over El Paso, Texas, was forced due to a dispute between the Pentagon and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) over plans for a laser test to shoot down drones used by Mexican drug cartels, according to a report. This comes after the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) halted flight operations at El Paso airport for 10 days, citing security-related concerns, which were later lifted. The Trump administration said that the airspace was closed after Mexican drug cartel drones breached US airspace and were disabled. Associated Press reported, citing people familiar with the situation, Pentagon’s laser test plans resulted in friction with the FAA, which wanted to ensure commercial air safety, as the two agencies sought to coordinate. Despite a scheduled meeting later this month to discuss the issue, the Pentagon was planning to go ahead with the test, prompting the FAA to shut the airspace over El Paso. The news agency reported that the laser was deployed near Fort Bliss without coordinating with the FAA, according to a person familiar with the issue, adding that the technology was used despite the scheduled discussions. While the restrictions were lifted shortly after, it is unusual for an entire airport to shut down for even a short period of time. The incident stranded travellers with luggage lined up at airline counters and car rental desks. The FAA classified the area as “NTL Defense Airspace” and stated that the restriction that covered airspace over El Paso, Texas, and parts of Santa Teresa and New Mexico, was implemented for “special security reasons.” Earlier on Wednesday (Feb 11), a US administration official said that Mexican drug cartel drones breached US airspace and were disabled. United States Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy said in a post on X, “The FAA and DOW acted swiftly to address a cartel drone incursion. The threat has been neutralised, and there is no danger to commercial travel in the region. The restrictions have been lifted, and normal flights are resuming.”

The Trump administration said that the airspace was closed after Mexican drug cartel drones breached US airspace and were disabled.

Mexican drug cartel drones or Pentagon-FAA dispute? REAL reason why El Paso airspace was closed

Attorney General Pam Bondi on Wednesday (Feb 11) faced accusations of lying under oath to protect US President Donald Trump as she testified before the House Judiciary Committee in the Jeffrey Epstein case. The volatile congressional hearing also saw California Democratic Rep. Ted Lieu shame Bondi for failing to hold the paedophile's co-conspirators accountable. “Shame on you. If you had any decency, you would resign right after this hearing," he said.This comes days after the Bondi-led Department of Justice (DoJ) released a massive tranche of over 3 million Epstein Files documents, which were riddled with redactions. Yet, the blacked out documents somehow managed to identify survivors/victims, put out their nudes, and compromising pictures, even as the men behind the horrifying acts remained protected.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/epstein-files-debacle-doj-exposes-nude-victims-in-catastrophic-file-dump-but-remembers-to-redact-trump-s-face-1770021222053">Shocking Epstein Files debacle: DOJ exposes nude victims in catastrophic file dump, but remembers to redact Trump's face</a><h2>Pam Bondi lies under oath</h2>During the hearing, Lieu questioned Bondi over Trump's tie to the deceased sex trafficker Epstein. He said that there was evidence that, like the disgraced British Royal Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, Trump too attended parties with Epstein. &nbsp;"I want to know, were there any underage girls at that party or any party that Trump attended with Jeffrey Epstein?" he asked. However, Bondi was quick to dismiss his question as ridiculous and insisted it was merely an attempt to "deflect" from the great things Trump claims to have achieved. "There is no evidence that Donald Trump has committed a crime. Everyone knows this," a visibly exasperated Bondi said.Notably, just a day earlier, a top democrat who reviewed the unredacted version of the notorious documents revealed that Trump's name appears in the Epstein Files over one million times. The jaw-dropping revelation was made by Congressman Jamie Raskin, the senior Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee. Speaking to Axios, Raskin acknowledged that "there's ton of redacted stuff," and that when he ran a search for the POTUS's name in the unredacted files, "it appears more than a million times. So it's all over the place".Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explosive-epstein-files-accuse-trump-of-raping-13-year-old-murdering-a-new-born-white-house-says-this-about-allegations-1769823565436">Explosive Epstein files accuse Trump of raping 13-year-old, murdering a newborn; White House says THIS about allegations</a>Bondi's steadfast refusal that Trump committed any crimes during his association with Epstein prompted Lieu to accuse her of lying under oath. "You just lied under oath, it is on tape" he said, pointing to "ample evidence" that the US President allegedly raped minors alongside Epstein. The Democrat then proceeded to cite evidence from the recently released cache of Epstein files, including the testimony of a limousine driver in which he claimed that he was so angered by Donald Trump's comments during a 1995 ride that he considered pulling over to confront and "hurt" him.Watch the heated exchange here:

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Bondi: &quot;There is no evidence that Donald Trump has committed a crime&quot; Lieu: &quot;I believe you just lied under oath.&quot; Bondi: &quot;Don&#39;t you ever accuse me of a crime&quot; Lieu: &quot;I’m showing you evidence.&quot; I think Pam Bondi’s &quot;career&quot; has just come to an end today. <a href="https://t.co/tkIiu3mQVB">pic.twitter.com/tkIiu3mQVB</a>&mdash; Daractenus (@Daractenus) <a href="https://twitter.com/Daractenus/status/2021632243505279051?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 11, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Resign, if you have any decency</h2>"Don’t you ever accuse me of a crime," Bondi shot back at Lieu as he accused her of lying under oath.The two continued to talk over each other before Lieu, in his closing remarks, shamed Bondi for doing nothing to address the wrongs done to Epstein survivors and said: "There are over a thousand sex trafficking victims, and you have not held a single man accountable.""Shame on you. If you had any decency, you would resign right after this hearing," he said. He later posted the heated moment on Facebook, receiving loud applause.

A fiery Congressional hearing put Attorney General Pam Bondi under pressure as Democrats accused her of shielding Donald Trump in the Epstein case. Claims of redacted evidence, exposed victims, and a “million mentions” of Trump raise one big question. What’s really in the files? Scroll down.

Attorney General Pam Bondi on Wednesday (Feb 11) faced accusations of lying under oath to protect US President Donald Trump as she testified before the House Judiciary Committee in the Jeffrey Epstein case. The volatile congressional hearing also saw California Democratic Rep. Ted Lieu shame Bondi for failing to hold the paedophile's co-conspirators accountable. “Shame on you. If you had any decency, you would resign right after this hearing," he said. This comes days after the Bondi-led Department of Justice (DoJ) released a massive tranche of over 3 million Epstein Files documents, which were riddled with redactions. Yet, the blacked out documents somehow managed to identify survivors/victims, put out their nudes, and compromising pictures, even as the men behind the horrifying acts remained protected. Also read | Shocking Epstein Files debacle: DOJ exposes nude victims in catastrophic file dump, but remembers to redact Trump's face Pam Bondi lies under oath During the hearing, Lieu questioned Bondi over Trump's tie to the deceased sex trafficker Epstein. He said that there was evidence that, like the disgraced British Royal Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, Trump too attended parties with Epstein. "I want to know, were there any underage girls at that party or any party that Trump attended with Jeffrey Epstein?" he asked. However, Bondi was quick to dismiss his question as ridiculous and insisted it was merely an attempt to "deflect" from the great things Trump claims to have achieved. "There is no evidence that Donald Trump has committed a crime. Everyone knows this," a visibly exasperated Bondi said. Notably, just a day earlier, a top democrat who reviewed the unredacted version of the notorious documents revealed that Trump's name appears in the Epstein Files over one million times. The jaw-dropping revelation was made by Congressman Jamie Raskin, the senior Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee. Speaking to Axios, Raskin acknowledged that "there's ton of redacted stuff," and that when he ran a search for the POTUS's name in the unredacted files, "it appears more than a million times. So it's all over the place". Also read | Explosive Epstein files accuse Trump of raping 13-year-old, murdering a newborn; White House says THIS about allegations Bondi's steadfast refusal that Trump committed any crimes during his association with Epstein prompted Lieu to accuse her of lying under oath. "You just lied under oath, it is on tape" he said, pointing to "ample evidence" that the US President allegedly raped minors alongside Epstein. The Democrat then proceeded to cite evidence from the recently released cache of Epstein files, including the testimony of a limousine driver in which he claimed that he was so angered by Donald Trump's comments during a 1995 ride that he considered pulling over to confront and "hurt" him. Watch the heated exchange here:

A fiery Congressional hearing put Attorney General Pam Bondi under pressure as Democrats accused her of shielding Donald Trump in the Epstein case. Claims of redacted evidence, exposed victims, and a “million mentions” of Trump raise one big question. What’s really in the files? Scroll down.

Pam Bondi 'lied under oath' to protect POTUS? Democrats tell AG to resign amid Trump-Epstein links | Watch Video

Canadian school shooter identified: Jesse Van Rootselaar shot their mother and step-brother before killing students and a teacher at the Tumbler Ridge school in British Columbia. Their mother, Jennifer Strang, had called out hate against trans people on social media.

Canada school shooter, Jesse Van Rootselaar, killed own mother who once called to end trans hate

Bangladesh votes in its first post-Hasina elections alongside a referendum on the July National Charter 2025. With Awami League banned, BNP and Jamaat lead the race. The referendum seeks constitutional reforms, while interim chief Muhammad Yunus has ruled out continuing in power.

'No' vote option, overseas ballots and absence of Hasina: Many firsts of Bangladesh Elections

In a major development, US House lawmakers on Wednesday (Feb 11) voted to reject US President Donald Trump's tariffs on Canadian goods. The resolution brought by Democrats was approved by a vote of 219 to 211, with six Republicans joining the effort.&nbsp;The resolution now goes to vote in the Senate, however, even if it passes the US Senate, it would face a likely veto by Trump. Canada faces multiple levels of tariffs, with reciprocal duty being at 35 per cent. Additionally, Trump has imposed 50 per cent duty on steel and aluminium, 25 per cent on non-US cars, 10 per cent on oil and energy. Moreover, he threatened a 100 per cent tariff on all Canadian products if Ottawa seals a trade deal with China.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-he-hiked-switzerland-tariffs-because-a-female-official-talked-agreesively-to-him-and-he-couldn-t-get-her-off-the-phone-1770819102162">Trump says he hiked Switzerland tariffs because a female official talked ‘aggressively’ to him</a><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/bangladesh-us-sign-reciprocal-tariff-deal-key-details-1770701740773/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/bangladesh-us-sign-reciprocal-tariff-deal-key-details-1770701740773/embed</a>&nbsp;<h2>How Trump reacted?</h2>This comes even as US President Trump warned some of the Republicans against voting with the Democrats to pass a resolution to end Canada tariffs. Soon after the resolution was passed, Trump took to Truth Social and claimed that Canada has taken advantage of the United States on trade for many years and called the country “among the worst in the world to deal with”. He also mentioned the issue of America's Northern Border. “TARIFFS make a WIN for us, EASY. Republicans must keep it that way!”&nbsp;&nbsp;Earlier, in an attempt to discourage the Republicans from voting against his Canada tariffs, he said that they would “seriously suffer the consequences in the upcoming elections” if they support the Democrats. “Our Trade Deficit has been reduced by 78%, the Dow Jones has just hit 50,000, and the S&amp;P, 7,000, all Numbers that were considered IMPOSSIBLE just one year ago. In addition TARIFFS have given us Great National Security because the mere mention of the word has Countries agreeing to our strongest wishes. TARIFFS have given us Economic and National Security, and no Republican should be responsible for destroying this privilege,” he wrote on Truth Social.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bangladesh-secures-trade-deal-with-us-tariff-reduced-to-19-with-some-key-exemptions-1770687911243">Bangladesh secures trade deal with US, tariff reduced to 19% with some key exemptions</a>&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2026/20260212/image-1770863131178.png"></figure><h2>Can the US House vote block Trump’s tariffs on Canada?</h2>Even after passing the resolution, Trump's tariff cannot be suspended because of his veto power. Even if the resolution is passed by the Senate, it would require the President to sign it. However, tariff-lover Trump would definitely use his veto power and override the resolution. However, if the House and the Senate gathers two-third majority, it can override Trump's veto. Therefore the resolution and the House vote is majorly a symbolic action that is seen as a rebuke of Trump. The six Republican who voted in favour are Don Bacon (Nebraska, Brian Fitzpatrick (Pennsylvania), Jeff Hurd (Colorado), Kevin Kiley (California), Thomas Massie (Kentucky), Dan Newhouse (Washington).&nbsp;

The US House voted 219–211 to reject President Trump’s tariffs on Canadian goods, with six Republicans siding with Democrats. The resolution now heads to the Senate but faces a likely veto. Trump defended tariffs as boosting US security and warned Republicans of consequences.

In a major development, US House lawmakers on Wednesday (Feb 11) voted to reject US President Donald Trump's tariffs on Canadian goods. The resolution brought by Democrats was approved by a vote of 219 to 211, with six Republicans joining the effort. The resolution now goes to vote in the Senate, however, even if it passes the US Senate, it would face a likely veto by Trump. Canada faces multiple levels of tariffs, with reciprocal duty being at 35 per cent. Additionally, Trump has imposed 50 per cent duty on steel and aluminium, 25 per cent on non-US cars, 10 per cent on oil and energy. Moreover, he threatened a 100 per cent tariff on all Canadian products if Ottawa seals a trade deal with China. Also Read: Trump says he hiked Switzerland tariffs because a female official talked ‘aggressively’ to him https://www.wionews.com/videos/bangladesh-us-sign-reciprocal-tariff-deal-key-details-1770701740773/embed How Trump reacted? This comes even as US President Trump warned some of the Republicans against voting with the Democrats to pass a resolution to end Canada tariffs. Soon after the resolution was passed, Trump took to Truth Social and claimed that Canada has taken advantage of the United States on trade for many years and called the country “among the worst in the world to deal with”. He also mentioned the issue of America's Northern Border. “TARIFFS make a WIN for us, EASY. Republicans must keep it that way!” Earlier, in an attempt to discourage the Republicans from voting against his Canada tariffs, he said that they would “seriously suffer the consequences in the upcoming elections” if they support the Democrats. “Our Trade Deficit has been reduced by 78%, the Dow Jones has just hit 50,000, and the S&P, 7,000, all Numbers that were considered IMPOSSIBLE just one year ago. In addition TARIFFS have given us Great National Security because the mere mention of the word has Countries agreeing to our strongest wishes. TARIFFS have given us Economic and National Security, and no Republican should be responsible for destroying this privilege,” he wrote on Truth Social. Also Read: Bangladesh secures trade deal with US, tariff reduced to 19% with some key exemptions Can the US House vote block Trump’s tariffs on Canada? Even after passing the resolution, Trump's tariff cannot be suspended because of his veto power. Even if the resolution is passed by the Senate, it would require the President to sign it. However, tariff-lover Trump would definitely use his veto power and override the resolution. However, if the House and the Senate gathers two-third majority, it can override Trump's veto. Therefore the resolution and the House vote is majorly a symbolic action that is seen as a rebuke of Trump. The six Republican who voted in favour are Don Bacon (Nebraska, Brian Fitzpatrick (Pennsylvania), Jeff Hurd (Colorado), Kevin Kiley (California), Thomas Massie (Kentucky), Dan Newhouse (Washington).

The US House voted 219–211 to reject President Trump’s tariffs on Canadian goods, with six Republicans siding with Democrats. The resolution now heads to the Senate but faces a likely veto. Trump defended tariffs as boosting US security and warned Republicans of consequences.

'TARIFFS make a WIN': US House votes to block duties on Canada despite Trump's warning - What this means and what happens next

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday (Feb 11) insisted that national elections in war-torn Ukraine will only take place after a ceasefire with Russia and credible security guarantees are in place. Pushing back against suggestions that Kyiv is preparing to hold a vote under pressure from Washington, the war president said, "First comes security, then politics".<h2>Ceasefire first</h2>"We will move to elections when all the relevant security guarantees are in place," Zelensky told journalists during a WhatsApp interaction. The president stressed that Ukraine itself has not raised the issue of elections during the war, though international partners have repeatedly brought it up. He added that organising elections would be straightforward once hostilities stop.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explosive-epstein-files-accuse-trump-of-raping-13-year-old-murdering-a-new-born-white-house-says-this-about-allegations-1769823565436">Explosive Epstein files accuse Trump of raping 13-year-old, murdering a newborn; White House says THIS about allegations</a>Dismissing reports that Kyiv was mulling to hold elections in the next three months, he said, “But of course we are ready for elections. I said it is very simple to do. Make a ceasefire, there will be elections...First comes security, then politics.”Zelensky suggested that if Moscow agrees to halt fighting, it may be possible to "end hostilities by summer," thus opening the door to elections.<h2>Is it illegal to hold elections now?</h2>Under Ukraine’s constitution, holding national elections while martial law is in effect is illegal. Martial law has been in place since February 24, 2022, the day Russia launched its full-scale invasion.Large parts of Ukrainian territory remain under Russian occupation, making voting impossible in those areas.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/-operation-dildo-blitz-goes-viral-anti-ice-protest-takes-shocking-turn-as-sex-toys-rain-down-on-federal-agents-in-minneapolis-in-pics-1770704251399">‘Operation Dildo Blitz’ goes viral: Anti-ICE protest takes shocking turn as sex toys rain down on federal agents | In Pics</a><h2>How legitimate is Zelensky's presidency?</h2>Zelensky, elected in 2019 to a five-year term, however, his term was extended after Russia launched its military operation. Moscow continues to insist that Zelensky's mandate expired in 2024. Last year, US President Donald Trump also criticised Zelensky's presidency, saying Ukraine "is on the point of where it's not a democracy anymore".Ukrainian officials, however, insist that holding elections amid missile and drone attacks won't be possible, especially given that the soldiers stationed on the front lines, refugees abroad, and civilians living under occupation won't be able to participate.

"We will move to elections when all the relevant security guarantees are in place," Zelensky told journalists during a WhatsApp interaction

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday (Feb 11) insisted that national elections in war-torn Ukraine will only take place after a ceasefire with Russia and credible security guarantees are in place. Pushing back against suggestions that Kyiv is preparing to hold a vote under pressure from Washington, the war president said, "First comes security, then politics". Ceasefire first "We will move to elections when all the relevant security guarantees are in place," Zelensky told journalists during a WhatsApp interaction. The president stressed that Ukraine itself has not raised the issue of elections during the war, though international partners have repeatedly brought it up. He added that organising elections would be straightforward once hostilities stop. Also read | Explosive Epstein files accuse Trump of raping 13-year-old, murdering a newborn; White House says THIS about allegations Dismissing reports that Kyiv was mulling to hold elections in the next three months, he said, “But of course we are ready for elections. I said it is very simple to do. Make a ceasefire, there will be elections...First comes security, then politics.” Zelensky suggested that if Moscow agrees to halt fighting, it may be possible to "end hostilities by summer," thus opening the door to elections. Is it illegal to hold elections now? Under Ukraine’s constitution, holding national elections while martial law is in effect is illegal. Martial law has been in place since February 24, 2022, the day Russia launched its full-scale invasion. Large parts of Ukrainian territory remain under Russian occupation, making voting impossible in those areas. Also read | ‘Operation Dildo Blitz’ goes viral: Anti-ICE protest takes shocking turn as sex toys rain down on federal agents | In Pics How legitimate is Zelensky's presidency? Zelensky, elected in 2019 to a five-year term, however, his term was extended after Russia launched its military operation. Moscow continues to insist that Zelensky's mandate expired in 2024. Last year, US President Donald Trump also criticised Zelensky's presidency, saying Ukraine "is on the point of where it's not a democracy anymore". Ukrainian officials, however, insist that holding elections amid missile and drone attacks won't be possible, especially given that the soldiers stationed on the front lines, refugees abroad, and civilians living under occupation won't be able to participate.

"We will move to elections when all the relevant security guarantees are in place," Zelensky told journalists during a WhatsApp interaction

Zelensky dismisses reports of Ukraine elections within three months, demands ceasefire and security guarantees first

Bangladesh votes Thursday in its first election since a deadly 2024 uprising, as parties crushed under Sheikh Hasina's rule return to the fray with a powerful political heir facing an Islamist‑led coalition.Leading prime ministerial hopeful Tarique Rahman, 60, is confident his Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) can regain power -- but he faces a stiff challenge from the Muslim-majority country's largest Islamist party, Jamaat‑e‑Islami.Jamaat chief Shafiqur Rahman, 67, has mounted a disciplined grassroots campaign, and, if victorious,&nbsp;the former political prisoner could lead the first Islamist‑led government in constitutionally secular Bangladesh.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bangladesh-goes-to-polls-with-12-77-crore-voters-who-is-eligible-to-vote-explained-1770798145736">Bangladesh goes to polls with 12.77 crore voters. Who is eligible to vote?</a>Opinion polls vary widely, though most give the BNP the lead -- with some suggesting a knife‑edge race."The significance of this day is far-reaching," interim leader Muhammad Yunus, who will step down after the polls, said ahead of the vote in the country of 170 million people."It will determine the future direction of the country, the character of its democracy, its durability, and the fate of the next generation."The 85‑year‑old Nobel Peace Prize winner has led the South Asian nation since Sheikh Hasina's 15‑year rule ended with her ouster in August 2024. His administration has barred her Awami League from contesting the polls.Hasina, 78, was sentenced to death in absentia for crimes against humanity for the bloody crackdown on protesters during her final months in power, and remains in hiding in neighbouring India.<h2>'Crucial test'</h2>Yunus has also championed a sweeping democratic reform charter to overhaul what he called a "completely broken" system of government and to prevent a return to one‑party rule.On Thursday, the 127 million voters will also decide in a referendum whether to endorse proposals for prime‑ministerial term limits, a new upper house of parliament, stronger presidential powers and greater judicial independence.Voters will elect 300 lawmakers directly, with a further 50 women chosen from party lists.More than 300,000 security personnel have been deployed for the polls, which open at 7:30 am (0130 GMT), with counting by hand to begin after they close at 4:30 pm.Results in past elections trickled in hours later -- though counting this time also includes referendum ballots."The crucial test for Bangladesh now will be to ensure the election is conducted fairly and impartially, and for all parties to then accept the result," said Thomas Kean, an analyst with the International Crisis Group.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hindu-businessman-candidacy-draws-attention-ahead-of-bangladesh-elections-who-is-krishna-nandi-1770797746642">Bangladesh elections: Who is Krishna Nandi? Hindu businessman in limelight</a>"If that happens, it will be the strongest evidence yet that Bangladesh has indeed embarked on a period of democratic renewal."<h2>'Just and inclusive '</h2>The next government will inherit a battered economy in the world's second‑largest garment exporter, alongside delicate relations with neighbouring India.The BNP's Rahman -- whose late parents both led the country -- told AFP that his first priority, if elected, would be restoring security and stability. But he warned the challenges ahead were immense."The economy has been destroyed," he said. "There are a huge number of unemployed. We need to create businesses for these young people to have jobs."But his Islamist political rivals, who have campaigned on a platform of justice and ending corruption, sense their biggest opportunity in decades."We want to build a country of unity with everyone on board," Jamaat leader Rahman said in his closing campaign speech. "It will be a country where nobody gets the driving seat because of their family background."Around 10 percent of Bangladesh's population are non-Muslim, most of them Hindu.In his final address to the nation before voting, Yunus urged citizens to honour the "sacrifice" of the 2024 uprising and to put the "national interest above personal and party" agendas."Victory is part of democracy; defeat is also an inevitable part," he said.&nbsp;"Please dedicate yourselves to building a new, just, and inclusive Bangladesh."Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Opinion polls vary widely, though most give the BNP the lead -- with some suggesting a knife‑edge race.

"The significance of this day is far-reaching," interim leader Muhammad Yunus, who will step down after the polls, said ahead of the vote in the country of 170 million people.

Bangladesh votes Thursday in its first election since a deadly 2024 uprising, as parties crushed under Sheikh Hasina's rule return to the fray with a powerful political heir facing an Islamist‑led coalition. Leading prime ministerial hopeful Tarique Rahman, 60, is confident his Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) can regain power -- but he faces a stiff challenge from the Muslim-majority country's largest Islamist party, Jamaat‑e‑Islami. Jamaat chief Shafiqur Rahman, 67, has mounted a disciplined grassroots campaign, and, if victorious, the former political prisoner could lead the first Islamist‑led government in constitutionally secular Bangladesh. Also read | Bangladesh goes to polls with 12.77 crore voters. Who is eligible to vote? Opinion polls vary widely, though most give the BNP the lead -- with some suggesting a knife‑edge race. "The significance of this day is far-reaching," interim leader Muhammad Yunus, who will step down after the polls, said ahead of the vote in the country of 170 million people. "It will determine the future direction of the country, the character of its democracy, its durability, and the fate of the next generation." The 85‑year‑old Nobel Peace Prize winner has led the South Asian nation since Sheikh Hasina's 15‑year rule ended with her ouster in August 2024. His administration has barred her Awami League from contesting the polls. Hasina, 78, was sentenced to death in absentia for crimes against humanity for the bloody crackdown on protesters during her final months in power, and remains in hiding in neighbouring India. 'Crucial test' Yunus has also championed a sweeping democratic reform charter to overhaul what he called a "completely broken" system of government and to prevent a return to one‑party rule. On Thursday, the 127 million voters will also decide in a referendum whether to endorse proposals for prime‑ministerial term limits, a new upper house of parliament, stronger presidential powers and greater judicial independence. Voters will elect 300 lawmakers directly, with a further 50 women chosen from party lists. More than 300,000 security personnel have been deployed for the polls, which open at 7:30 am (0130 GMT), with counting by hand to begin after they close at 4:30 pm. Results in past elections trickled in hours later -- though counting this time also includes referendum ballots. "The crucial test for Bangladesh now will be to ensure the election is conducted fairly and impartially, and for all parties to then accept the result," said Thomas Kean, an analyst with the International Crisis Group. Also read | Bangladesh elections: Who is Krishna Nandi? Hindu businessman in limelight "If that happens, it will be the strongest evidence yet that Bangladesh has indeed embarked on a period of democratic renewal." 'Just and inclusive ' The next government will inherit a battered economy in the world's second‑largest garment exporter, alongside delicate relations with neighbouring India. The BNP's Rahman -- whose late parents both led the country -- told AFP that his first priority, if elected, would be restoring security and stability. But he warned the challenges ahead were immense. "The economy has been destroyed," he said. "There are a huge number of unemployed. We need to create businesses for these young people to have jobs." But his Islamist political rivals, who have campaigned on a platform of justice and ending corruption, sense their biggest opportunity in decades. "We want to build a country of unity with everyone on board," Jamaat leader Rahman said in his closing campaign speech. "It will be a country where nobody gets the driving seat because of their family background." Around 10 percent of Bangladesh's population are non-Muslim, most of them Hindu. In his final address to the nation before voting, Yunus urged citizens to honour the "sacrifice" of the 2024 uprising and to put the "national interest above personal and party" agendas. "Victory is part of democracy; defeat is also an inevitable part," he said. "Please dedicate yourselves to building a new, just, and inclusive Bangladesh." Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Opinion polls vary widely, though most give the BNP the lead -- with some suggesting a knife‑edge race. "The significance of this day is far-reaching," interim leader Muhammad Yunus, who will step down after the polls, said ahead of the vote in the country of 170 million people.

Voting begins as post-Hasina Bangladesh goes to poll in defining election for its future

US President Donald Trump met the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday (Feb 11), where the leaders discussed multiple topics, including the nuclear deal with Iran. The American president, via a social media post, warned Tehran that there would be consequences if no deal was signed. "I insisted that negotiations with Iran continue to see whether or not a Deal can be consummated. If it can, I let the Prime Minister know that it will be a preference. If it cannot, we will just have to see what the outcome will be," Trump wrote on Truth Social.&nbsp;"Last time Iran decided that they were better off not making a Deal, and they were hit with Midnight Hammer - That did not work well for them," he added.&nbsp;He further wrote, "Hopefully, this time they will be more reasonable and responsible. Additionally, we discussed the tremendous progress being made in Gaza and the Region in general. There is truly PEACE in the Middle East. Thank you for your attention to this matter!"<h2>Trump wants Iran's ballistic missiles as part of discussion</h2>Earlier, the American president, in an interview on Tuesday (Feb 10), said that it was a "no-brainer" that any deal with Iran would include its nuclear programme. Still, he also thought it would be possible to address Iran's ballistic missile stockpiles. When questioned about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's take on the upcoming talks, Trump said he doesn't think Netanyahu is nervous about the US-Iran negotiations. "He also wants a deal. He wants a good deal."&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/our-missiles-are-not-subject-of-negotiation-will-not-be-iran-dismisses-trump-s-desire-to-include-tehran-ballistic-missiles-in-nuclear-weapon-talks-1770814257366">‘Our missiles are not subject of negotiation, will not be’: Iran dismisses Trump’s desire to include Tehran ballistic missiles in nuke talks</a>&nbsp;Trump expressed hope for further negotiation. He claimed that Iran "wants to make a deal very badly" and is engaging much more seriously than during previous talks due to the military threat. "Last time they didn't believe I would do it," Trump said, alluding to his decision to strike Iran's nuclear facilities in June. “They overplayed their hand,” he said.<h2>‘Our missiles are not a subject of negotiation’</h2>Meanwhile, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that Tehran's missile pramme s not open to negotiation and would not be included in any talks. “No one can make the slightest encroachment on our missiles. Our missiles are not a subject of negotiation and will not be,” he said.&nbsp;

US President Donald Trump warned Iran of consequences if nuclear deal talks fail after meeting Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu. While Trump insists ballistic missiles must be included in negotiations, Iran has firmly rejected any discussion on its missile programme.

US President Donald Trump met the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday (Feb 11), where the leaders discussed multiple topics, including the nuclear deal with Iran. The American president, via a social media post, warned Tehran that there would be consequences if no deal was signed. "I insisted that negotiations with Iran continue to see whether or not a Deal can be consummated. If it can, I let the Prime Minister know that it will be a preference. If it cannot, we will just have to see what the outcome will be," Trump wrote on Truth Social. "Last time Iran decided that they were better off not making a Deal, and they were hit with Midnight Hammer - That did not work well for them," he added. He further wrote, "Hopefully, this time they will be more reasonable and responsible. Additionally, we discussed the tremendous progress being made in Gaza and the Region in general. There is truly PEACE in the Middle East. Thank you for your attention to this matter!" Trump wants Iran's ballistic missiles as part of discussion Earlier, the American president, in an interview on Tuesday (Feb 10), said that it was a "no-brainer" that any deal with Iran would include its nuclear programme. Still, he also thought it would be possible to address Iran's ballistic missile stockpiles. When questioned about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's take on the upcoming talks, Trump said he doesn't think Netanyahu is nervous about the US-Iran negotiations. "He also wants a deal. He wants a good deal." Also read: ‘Our missiles are not subject of negotiation, will not be’: Iran dismisses Trump’s desire to include Tehran ballistic missiles in nuke talks Trump expressed hope for further negotiation. He claimed that Iran "wants to make a deal very badly" and is engaging much more seriously than during previous talks due to the military threat. "Last time they didn't believe I would do it," Trump said, alluding to his decision to strike Iran's nuclear facilities in June. “They overplayed their hand,” he said. ‘Our missiles are not a subject of negotiation’ Meanwhile, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that Tehran's missile pramme s not open to negotiation and would not be included in any talks. “No one can make the slightest encroachment on our missiles. Our missiles are not a subject of negotiation and will not be,” he said.

US President Donald Trump warned Iran of consequences if nuclear deal talks fail after meeting Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu. While Trump insists ballistic missiles must be included in negotiations, Iran has firmly rejected any discussion on its missile programme.

'Last time Iran...': Trump threatens Tehran after meeting with Netanyahu, says there'll be 'no deal' consequences

Bangladesh is all set to go to the polls on Thursday (Feb 12). This would be the first election after the ouster of Sheikh Hasina in August 2024. Ahead of the polls, women's political representation has become the centre of the debate. The Jatiya Sangsad (National Parliament) consists of 350 seats, of which 300 are directly elected constituencies and 50 are reserved for women and allocated proportionally to parties after the general election results — a long-standing mechanism designed to increase women’s representation. Despite the quota, the actual presence of women in competitive politics remains strikingly low.&nbsp;&nbsp;According to official Election Commission data, of the 2,568 candidates contesting 300 direct seats, only 109, which is about 4.2 per cent, were women, and 30 of the 51 registered parties had no female candidates at all. Another report puts the figure even lower, with only 76 women candidates in the general contest, showing a near-erasure of female electoral presence.&nbsp;A National Consensus Commission process has seen proposals to increase women’s reserved seats from 50 to 100, with parties still debating whether these should be filled by nomination or direct elections. Other organisations — including coalitions of women’s rights groups — have pressed for 150 reserved seats filled through direct vote, arguing that this would strengthen women’s role and democratic legitimacy.Advocates also point to the “July Charter” draft, which would require parties to nominate at least 5 per cent women candidates in every election, aiming to reach 33 per cent female representation over time.<h2>3 factors could make or break the polls this year</h2>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/our-missiles-are-not-subject-of-negotiation-will-not-be-iran-dismisses-trump-s-desire-to-include-tehran-ballistic-missiles-in-nuclear-weapon-talks-1770814257366">‘Our missiles are not subject of negotiation, will not be’: Iran dismisses Trump’s desire to include Tehran ballistic missiles in nuke talks</a>&nbsp;This election will decide the fate of the July Charter, a proposal that seeks to alter the Constitution in letter and spirit. The Tarique Rahman-led Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) was reported as the frontrunner ahead of the polls. But Shafiqur Rahman-led Jamaat-e-Islami also has good chances of changing the game.&nbsp;This poll is also being held without Sheikh Hasina's banned Awami League. As per multiple reports, the party still holds 30-40 per cent of the support. Amid all the tensions, 3 major factors can flip the script of the Bangladesh poll.<h2>Voters undecided</h2>There are two sections of voters in this poll: One is the 30-40 per cent of Bangladeshis who are supporters of Awami League, and the other is the larger section, which is undecided. In a November 2025 survey by the International Republican Institute (IRI), it was found that 7 per cent of voters were undecided and 11 per cent declined to reveal their voting plans. Meanwhile, as per a &nbsp;December 2025 nationwide survey published by Prothom Alo in January, around 17 per cent of voters said they were not sure who they would vote for as their next PM.&nbsp;Moreover, an August 2025 survey by the Dhaka-based think tank Brac Institute of Governance and Development found that 48.5 per cent of respondents were undecided about their choice. "Opinion polls suggest the BNP has an edge, but we must remember that a significant portion of voters are still undecided," Parvez Karim Abbasi, executive director at Dhaka's Centre for Governance Studies, told news agency Reuters.

Bangladesh Election 2026 spotlights women’s political representation beyond reserved seats, with low female candidacy despite quota provisions. As voters head to polls, the July Charter debate, and Awami League’s absence could decisively shape the outcome.

Bangladesh is all set to go to the polls on Thursday (Feb 12). This would be the first election after the ouster of Sheikh Hasina in August 2024. Ahead of the polls, women's political representation has become the centre of the debate. The Jatiya Sangsad (National Parliament) consists of 350 seats, of which 300 are directly elected constituencies and 50 are reserved for women and allocated proportionally to parties after the general election results — a long-standing mechanism designed to increase women’s representation. Despite the quota, the actual presence of women in competitive politics remains strikingly low. According to official Election Commission data, of the 2,568 candidates contesting 300 direct seats, only 109, which is about 4.2 per cent, were women, and 30 of the 51 registered parties had no female candidates at all. Another report puts the figure even lower, with only 76 women candidates in the general contest, showing a near-erasure of female electoral presence. A National Consensus Commission process has seen proposals to increase women’s reserved seats from 50 to 100, with parties still debating whether these should be filled by nomination or direct elections. Other organisations — including coalitions of women’s rights groups — have pressed for 150 reserved seats filled through direct vote, arguing that this would strengthen women’s role and democratic legitimacy. Advocates also point to the “July Charter” draft, which would require parties to nominate at least 5 per cent women candidates in every election, aiming to reach 33 per cent female representation over time. 3 factors could make or break the polls this year Also read: ‘Our missiles are not subject of negotiation, will not be’: Iran dismisses Trump’s desire to include Tehran ballistic missiles in nuke talks This election will decide the fate of the July Charter, a proposal that seeks to alter the Constitution in letter and spirit. The Tarique Rahman-led Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) was reported as the frontrunner ahead of the polls. But Shafiqur Rahman-led Jamaat-e-Islami also has good chances of changing the game. This poll is also being held without Sheikh Hasina's banned Awami League. As per multiple reports, the party still holds 30-40 per cent of the support. Amid all the tensions, 3 major factors can flip the script of the Bangladesh poll. Voters undecided There are two sections of voters in this poll: One is the 30-40 per cent of Bangladeshis who are supporters of Awami League, and the other is the larger section, which is undecided. In a November 2025 survey by the International Republican Institute (IRI), it was found that 7 per cent of voters were undecided and 11 per cent declined to reveal their voting plans. Meanwhile, as per a December 2025 nationwide survey published by Prothom Alo in January, around 17 per cent of voters said they were not sure who they would vote for as their next PM. Moreover, an August 2025 survey by the Dhaka-based think tank Brac Institute of Governance and Development found that 48.5 per cent of respondents were undecided about their choice. "Opinion polls suggest the BNP has an edge, but we must remember that a significant portion of voters are still undecided," Parvez Karim Abbasi, executive director at Dhaka's Centre for Governance Studies, told news agency Reuters.

Bangladesh Election 2026 spotlights women’s political representation beyond reserved seats, with low female candidacy despite quota provisions. As voters head to polls, the July Charter debate, and Awami League’s absence could decisively shape the outcome.

Bangladesh election 2026: Counting women beyond the reserved seats

Bangladesh is gearing up for the first election post the July 2024 uprising that toppled the Awami League government and led to the ouster of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who is currently in exile. On February 12, Bangladeshi citizens will not only vote for a suitable Member of Parliament but will also cast their vote for the July charter. And in a significant move to ensure inclusion of all Bangladeshi, even those living outside their home, the Election Commission has launched the ‘Postal Vote BD’. Over 127 million voters will use a two-ballot system: white ballot for choosing the MP and pink ballot for the July charter.&nbsp;It’s a mobile application that will facilitate those living abroad, who are significant contributors to the nation’s economy, to participate in choosing the right candidate through this online feature. “This initiative, facilitated through a dedicated mobile application, marks a major step towards ensuring the democratic participation of the large and influential expatriate community. The system will allow non-resident Bangladeshis to register as voters and cast their ballots through a postal system integrated with modern technology,” the website highlights.&nbsp;It aims to remove geographical barriers that have historically disenfranchised millions of citizens residing overseas<h2>How to use: Step-by-step process</h2>&nbsp;<ul><li>Registration: Voters need to download the app and complete the eKYC verification process. The registration deadline was January 5. The user must provide a postal address to receive a postal ballot.</li></ul>

<ul><li>Tracking: The app allows users to track the delivery of their physical ballot paper after timely registration.</li></ul>&nbsp;<ul><li>Voting: Voters cast their votes&nbsp;manually&nbsp;on paper ballots and then proceed to the next step that is scanning the QR code on the envelope using the app. This process will verify their identity before mailing the ballot back to their Returning Officer (RO).</li></ul><h2>Ouster to exile: Sheikh Hasina's party excluded from elections</h2>&nbsp;The former ruling party, the Awami League, has been kept out of the current elections after the uprising in 2024. On May 10, 2025, the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus officially banned all its political activities. The party has been banned under the Anti-Terrorism Act of 2009. Following this, the Election Commission formally suspended its registration.&nbsp;On November 17 2025, Bangladesh’s International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) sentenced ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina to death. The decision comes after finding Hasina guilty of “crimes against humanity”. The tribunal noted that she ordered killings and also mentioned that she incited violence during the uprising in the country in 2024. She fled the country and reportedly stays in Indian capital New Delhi ever since. As the verdict was out, interim leader Muhammad Yunus welcomed the death penalty for Hasina ruled by the tribunal. He said “no one is above the law” and the ruling “recognises suffering” of the students killed during the protests in 2024. He noted, that as many as 1,400 lives were lost.

Over 127 million Bangladeshi voters will use a two-ballot system viz, white ballot and pink ballot. Key updates include the first-ever 'Postal Vote BD' app for expats and the absence of the Awami League. Stay updated on the 151-seat majority mark and result timelines

Bangladesh is gearing up for the first election post the July 2024 uprising that toppled the Awami League government and led to the ouster of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who is currently in exile. On February 12, Bangladeshi citizens will not only vote for a suitable Member of Parliament but will also cast their vote for the July charter. And in a significant move to ensure inclusion of all Bangladeshi, even those living outside their home, the Election Commission has launched the ‘Postal Vote BD’. Over 127 million voters will use a two-ballot system: white ballot for choosing the MP and pink ballot for the July charter. It’s a mobile application that will facilitate those living abroad, who are significant contributors to the nation’s economy, to participate in choosing the right candidate through this online feature. “This initiative, facilitated through a dedicated mobile application, marks a major step towards ensuring the democratic participation of the large and influential expatriate community. The system will allow non-resident Bangladeshis to register as voters and cast their ballots through a postal system integrated with modern technology,” the website highlights. It aims to remove geographical barriers that have historically disenfranchised millions of citizens residing overseas How to use: Step-by-step process Registration: Voters need to download the app and complete the eKYC verification process. The registration deadline was January 5. The user must provide a postal address to receive a postal ballot.

Over 127 million Bangladeshi voters will use a two-ballot system viz, white ballot and pink ballot. Key updates include the first-ever 'Postal Vote BD' app for expats and the absence of the Awami League. Stay updated on the 151-seat majority mark and result timelines

Bangladesh launches voting app 'Postal Vote BD' for 1st time in General Elections. All you need to know

For the first time after the ouster of Sheikh Hasina in August 2024, Bangladesh is all set to go to polls for its new prime minister on Thursday (Feb 12). One thing that's new in this election is that it's not a battle just for power. This election will also decide the fate of the July Charter, a proposal that seeks to alter the Constitution in letter and spirit. The Tarique Rahman-led Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) was reported as the frontrunner ahead of the polls. But Shafiqur Rahman-led Jamaat-e-Islami also has good chances of changing the game.&nbsp;This poll is also being held without Sheikh Hasina's banned Awami League. As per multiple reports, the party still holds 30-40 per cent of the support. Amid all the tensions, 3 major factors can flip the script of the Bangladesh poll.<h2>Voters undecided</h2>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/our-missiles-are-not-subject-of-negotiation-will-not-be-iran-dismisses-trump-s-desire-to-include-tehran-ballistic-missiles-in-nuclear-weapon-talks-1770814257366">‘Our missiles are not subject of negotiation, will not be’: Iran dismisses Trump’s desire to include Tehran ballistic missiles in nuke talks</a>&nbsp;There are two sections of voters in this poll: One is the 30-40 per cent of Bangladeshis who are supporters of Awami League, and the other is the larger section, which is undecided. In a survey of November 2025 by the International Republican Institute (IRI), it was seen that 7 per cent of the voters were undecided and 11 per cent declined to reveal their plans for voting. Meanwhile, as per a &nbsp;December 2025 nationwide survey published by Prothom Alo in January, around 17 per cent of voters said they were not sure who they would vote for as their next PM.&nbsp;Moreover, an August 2025 survey by Dhaka-based think tank Brac Institute of Governance and Development said that 48.5 per cent of respondents said they were undecided about their choice.&nbsp;"Opinion polls suggest the BNP has an edge, but we must remember that a significant portion of voters are still undecided," Parvez Karim Abbasi, executive director at Dhaka's Centre for Governance Studies, told news agency Reuters.<h2>Low voter turnout can affect parties differently</h2>Ahead of the election, it was reported that there was a sudden increase in the number of people who were travelling back home to Bangladesh. This indicated that the voter turnout could be much higher. But the Election Commission's mock drills showed voters taking nearly 10 times longer at booths. If the same thing happened on the polling day, there could be frustration among voters over slow-moving lines.&nbsp;A report by the Bangladesh Institute of Democracy and Development (BIDD) noted that voters will cast their votes for both the election and the referendum, and hence, the process of voting could be longer than usual.<h2>Women and elderly voters</h2>One key factor that could change the result of the election is the women voters and senior citizens. Since the process of voting is expected to take longer than usual, the women voters and elderly voters could possibly walk away without casting their votes.

Bangladesh Election 2026 marks the first national vote after Sheikh Hasina’s ouster, with BNP leading early projections. Undecided voters, turnout challenges, and participation of women and elderly voters could decisively shape results and the fate of the proposed July Charter.

For the first time after the ouster of Sheikh Hasina in August 2024, Bangladesh is all set to go to polls for its new prime minister on Thursday (Feb 12). One thing that's new in this election is that it's not a battle just for power. This election will also decide the fate of the July Charter, a proposal that seeks to alter the Constitution in letter and spirit. The Tarique Rahman-led Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) was reported as the frontrunner ahead of the polls. But Shafiqur Rahman-led Jamaat-e-Islami also has good chances of changing the game. This poll is also being held without Sheikh Hasina's banned Awami League. As per multiple reports, the party still holds 30-40 per cent of the support. Amid all the tensions, 3 major factors can flip the script of the Bangladesh poll. Voters undecided Also read: ‘Our missiles are not subject of negotiation, will not be’: Iran dismisses Trump’s desire to include Tehran ballistic missiles in nuke talks There are two sections of voters in this poll: One is the 30-40 per cent of Bangladeshis who are supporters of Awami League, and the other is the larger section, which is undecided. In a survey of November 2025 by the International Republican Institute (IRI), it was seen that 7 per cent of the voters were undecided and 11 per cent declined to reveal their plans for voting. Meanwhile, as per a December 2025 nationwide survey published by Prothom Alo in January, around 17 per cent of voters said they were not sure who they would vote for as their next PM. Moreover, an August 2025 survey by Dhaka-based think tank Brac Institute of Governance and Development said that 48.5 per cent of respondents said they were undecided about their choice. "Opinion polls suggest the BNP has an edge, but we must remember that a significant portion of voters are still undecided," Parvez Karim Abbasi, executive director at Dhaka's Centre for Governance Studies, told news agency Reuters. Low voter turnout can affect parties differently Ahead of the election, it was reported that there was a sudden increase in the number of people who were travelling back home to Bangladesh. This indicated that the voter turnout could be much higher. But the Election Commission's mock drills showed voters taking nearly 10 times longer at booths. If the same thing happened on the polling day, there could be frustration among voters over slow-moving lines. A report by the Bangladesh Institute of Democracy and Development (BIDD) noted that voters will cast their votes for both the election and the referendum, and hence, the process of voting could be longer than usual. Women and elderly voters One key factor that could change the result of the election is the women voters and senior citizens. Since the process of voting is expected to take longer than usual, the women voters and elderly voters could possibly walk away without casting their votes.

Bangladesh Election 2026 marks the first national vote after Sheikh Hasina’s ouster, with BNP leading early projections. Undecided voters, turnout challenges, and participation of women and elderly voters could decisively shape results and the fate of the proposed July Charter.

Bangladesh election 2026: These 3 factors could change the game this year

US Attorney General Pam Bondi defended the Justice Department’s handling of files involving the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein before a House of Representatives panel on Wednesday, saying the department painstakingly reviewed reams of documents on a compressed timeline. Bondi’s testimony before the House Judiciary Committee came as lawmakers, including some Republicans, expressed frustration with the amount of Epstein material the department has redacted and withheld despite a federal law requiring the release of nearly all files.&nbsp;The Justice Department released what it called a final tranche of more than 3 million pages of documents, drawing renewed attention to wealthy and powerful individuals who maintained ties with Epstein even after his conviction for soliciting prostitution from a minor.“I have spent my entire career fighting for victims, and I will continue to do so,” Bondi said in her opening statement.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-us-used-pakistan-like-toilet-paper-says-defence-minister-khawaja-asif-1770808649575">‘US used Pakistan like toilet paper,’ says Defence Minister Khawaja Asif</a><h2>‘As attorney general, you’re siding with perpetrators and ignoring the victims’</h2>&nbsp;Lawmakers have complained that redactions in the files appear to go beyond the limited exemptions allowed for in a law Congress passed nearly unanimously in November. The department has also declined to publish a large volume of material, citing legal privileges.&nbsp;Representative Jamie Raskin of Maryland, the top Democrat on the committee, introduced several of Epstein’s victims who attended the hearing and accused Bondi of attempting to spare Epstein’s associates from “embarrassment and disgrace”.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-to-offer-bangladesh-defence-systems-to-counter-chinese-influence-ambassador-in-dhaka-1770804612423">‘US to offer Bangladesh defence systems to counter Chinese influence’: Washington's envoy in Dhaka</a>&nbsp;“As attorney general, you’re siding with the perpetrators and you’re ignoring the victims,” Raskin said.The Epstein files have dogged Bondi throughout her tenure as President Donald Trump’s attorney general.Epstein died by suicide in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges.&nbsp;<h2>‘Deeply sorry for what any Epstein victim has been through’</h2>&nbsp;&nbsp;The Justice Department has said it has been transparent in its review of documents, and redactions have been necessary to protect Epstein’s victims, though some victims’ names were made public as part of the release.&nbsp;Attorney General Pam Bondi addressed the Epstein files and defended the administration's handling of the case.She said that when people brought up names of survivors that were inadvertently released, they were then redacted.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bangladesh-general-election-2026-why-bangladesh-polls-matter-for-hindu-minority-s-safety-1770817177549">Bangladesh General Election 2026: Why Bangladesh polls matter for Hindu minority’s safety</a>&nbsp;“I am deeply sorry for what any victim, any victim, has been through, especially as a result of that monster,” she said.&nbsp;She said that the FBI is waiting to hear from people who have information about anyone who hurt them. She said any accusations of criminal wrongdoing would be investigated.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/day-before-bangladesh-polls-jamaat-leader-arrested-at-saidpur-airport-with-tk50-lakh-in-cash-1770813630948">Day before Bangladesh polls, Jamaat leader arrested at Saidpur Airport with Tk50 lakh in cash</a><h2>‘Crime is declining’: US Attorney General&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;Bondi began her opening statement by touting a decrease in crime under her leadership at the DOJ.“After years of bloated bureaucracy and political weaponisation, Department of Justice’s core mission is to fight violent crime, protect the American people and defend the rule of law above all else. While our work is never done, we have made tremendous progress to make America safe again,” she said.&nbsp;Bondi said that 2025 had the lowest murder rate in 125 years. “That’s nothing short of historic,” she said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-no-state-neglected-in-budget-fm-nirmala-sitharaman-shreds-opposition-s-claims-1770824133461">‘No state neglected in Budget’: FM Nirmala Sitharaman shreds Opposition’s claims</a>&nbsp;“Crime is declining. President Trump has given us the resources, the support and the leadership to protect the American people. President Trump’s policies have saved lives. I cannot think of a policy outcome more important than protecting the lives of American citizens,” she said.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/epstein-files-dp-world-ceo-s-epstein-emails-spark-global-backlash-1770829575997/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/epstein-files-dp-world-ceo-s-epstein-emails-spark-global-backlash-1770829575997/embed</a>&nbsp;

Several lawmakers have complained that the redactions in the Epstein files appear to go beyond the limited exemptions allowed for in a law Congress passed in November. The department of justice has also declined to publish a large volume of material, citing legal privileges.

US Attorney General Pam Bondi defended the Justice Department’s handling of files involving the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein before a House of Representatives panel on Wednesday, saying the department painstakingly reviewed reams of documents on a compressed timeline. Bondi’s testimony before the House Judiciary Committee came as lawmakers, including some Republicans, expressed frustration with the amount of Epstein material the department has redacted and withheld despite a federal law requiring the release of nearly all files. The Justice Department released what it called a final tranche of more than 3 million pages of documents, drawing renewed attention to wealthy and powerful individuals who maintained ties with Epstein even after his conviction for soliciting prostitution from a minor. “I have spent my entire career fighting for victims, and I will continue to do so,” Bondi said in her opening statement. Also Read: ‘US used Pakistan like toilet paper,’ says Defence Minister Khawaja Asif ‘As attorney general, you’re siding with perpetrators and ignoring the victims’ Lawmakers have complained that redactions in the files appear to go beyond the limited exemptions allowed for in a law Congress passed nearly unanimously in November. The department has also declined to publish a large volume of material, citing legal privileges. Representative Jamie Raskin of Maryland, the top Democrat on the committee, introduced several of Epstein’s victims who attended the hearing and accused Bondi of attempting to spare Epstein’s associates from “embarrassment and disgrace”. Also Read: ‘US to offer Bangladesh defence systems to counter Chinese influence’: Washington's envoy in Dhaka “As attorney general, you’re siding with the perpetrators and you’re ignoring the victims,” Raskin said. The Epstein files have dogged Bondi throughout her tenure as President Donald Trump’s attorney general. Epstein died by suicide in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges. ‘Deeply sorry for what any Epstein victim has been through’ The Justice Department has said it has been transparent in its review of documents, and redactions have been necessary to protect Epstein’s victims, though some victims’ names were made public as part of the release. Attorney General Pam Bondi addressed the Epstein files and defended the administration's handling of the case. She said that when people brought up names of survivors that were inadvertently released, they were then redacted. Also Read: Bangladesh General Election 2026: Why Bangladesh polls matter for Hindu minority’s safety “I am deeply sorry for what any victim, any victim, has been through, especially as a result of that monster,” she said. She said that the FBI is waiting to hear from people who have information about anyone who hurt them. She said any accusations of criminal wrongdoing would be investigated. Also Read: Day before Bangladesh polls, Jamaat leader arrested at Saidpur Airport with Tk50 lakh in cash ‘Crime is declining’: US Attorney General Bondi began her opening statement by touting a decrease in crime under her leadership at the DOJ. “After years of bloated bureaucracy and political weaponisation, Department of Justice’s core mission is to fight violent crime, protect the American people and defend the rule of law above all else. While our work is never done, we have made tremendous progress to make America safe again,” she said. Bondi said that 2025 had the lowest murder rate in 125 years. “That’s nothing short of historic,” she said. Also Read: ‘No state neglected in Budget’: FM Nirmala Sitharaman shreds Opposition’s claims “Crime is declining. President Trump has given us the resources, the support and the leadership to protect the American people. President Trump’s policies have saved lives. I cannot think of a policy outcome more important than protecting the lives of American citizens,” she said. https://www.wionews.com/videos/epstein-files-dp-world-ceo-s-epstein-emails-spark-global-backlash-1770829575997/embed

Several lawmakers have complained that the redactions in the Epstein files appear to go beyond the limited exemptions allowed for in a law Congress passed in November. The department of justice has also declined to publish a large volume of material, citing legal privileges.

US Attorney General Pam Bondi defends DOJ handling of Epstein files in House testimony

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (Feb 10), highlighted that at least six of the wars he settled were because of tariffs. Speaking to news outlet Fox Business, he noted the war between nuclear-armed India and Pakistan was paused because he said, “I'm going to charge you tariffs because I don't want to see people getting killed.” Even before the two countries declared a ceasefire, the 79-year-old was the first to announce it on social media, and since then, he hasn’t stopped mentioning it. That is not it; he also ensured he took credit for the same. While Islamabad continues to credit him, New Delhi has distanced itself from these claims. This was also a part of his Nobel Peace Prize pitch, which ultimately was awarded to the Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado.&nbsp;Trump said, “I settled eight wars. Of the eight wars, at least six were settled because of tariffs. In other words, I said, ‘If you don't settle this war, I'm going to charge you tariffs because I don't want to see people getting killed.’"&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-phone-calls-were-made-not-a-secret-s-jaishankar-rebuts-trump-s-claims-on-india-pakistan-ceasefire-1755935678982">'Phone calls were made, not a secret': S Jaishankar rebuts Trump's claims on India-Pakistan ceasefire</a> "And they said, ‘Well, what does this have to do?’ I said, ‘you're going to be charged’. Like India and Pakistan. It would have been a nuclear war, in my opinion. They were really going at it, 10 planes were shot down. They were going at it,” the US president added.&nbsp;WATCH VIDEO HERE:&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">.<a href="https://twitter.com/POTUS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@POTUS</a>: “I settled eight wars. Of the eight wars, at least six were settled because of tariffs. In other words, I said, ‘If you don&#39;t settle this war, I&#39;m going to charge you tariffs because I don&#39;t want to see people getting killed.’&quot; <a href="https://t.co/ianD9LP5LE">pic.twitter.com/ianD9LP5LE</a>&mdash; Department of State (@StateDept) <a href="https://twitter.com/StateDept/status/2021346133470298619?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 10, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

But are laying emphasis on the repetition, which could possibly be Trump’s favourite figure of speech. He uses repetitive phrases in his comments, which could be for better poetic effect. And that brings us to how many time he has mentioned the the cross-border fighting between India and Pakistan. Yes, the same 4-day conflict that Trump claims to have stopped, it has gone past 90 times, and still counting. He added that Pakistan Prime Minister Shebaz Sharif said, “President Trump saved at least 10 million lives when he got us to stop fighting’. Because they were going to go nuclear, in my opinion. Without tariffs, that wouldn't happen.”

The US President has already mentioned the India-Pakistan conflict over 90 times and now he says ten planes were shot down in his latest interview. 

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (Feb 10), highlighted that at least six of the wars he settled were because of tariffs. Speaking to news outlet Fox Business, he noted the war between nuclear-armed India and Pakistan was paused because he said, “I'm going to charge you tariffs because I don't want to see people getting killed.” Even before the two countries declared a ceasefire, the 79-year-old was the first to announce it on social media, and since then, he hasn’t stopped mentioning it. That is not it; he also ensured he took credit for the same. While Islamabad continues to credit him, New Delhi has distanced itself from these claims. This was also a part of his Nobel Peace Prize pitch, which ultimately was awarded to the Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado. Trump said, “I settled eight wars. Of the eight wars, at least six were settled because of tariffs. In other words, I said, ‘If you don't settle this war, I'm going to charge you tariffs because I don't want to see people getting killed.’" Also read: 'Phone calls were made, not a secret': S Jaishankar rebuts Trump's claims on India-Pakistan ceasefire "And they said, ‘Well, what does this have to do?’ I said, ‘you're going to be charged’. Like India and Pakistan. It would have been a nuclear war, in my opinion. They were really going at it, 10 planes were shot down. They were going at it,” the US president added. WATCH VIDEO HERE:

The US President has already mentioned the India-Pakistan conflict over 90 times and now he says ten planes were shot down in his latest interview.&nbsp;

10 planes shot down? Donald Trump's data on India-Pakistan conflict now revised

Turkey’s parliament descended into chaos on Wednesday (February 11) as a heated confrontation broke out between members of the ruling party and opposition lawmakers during a cabinet reshuffle session. The clash was sparked by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s decision to appoint Istanbul Chief Prosecutor Akin Gurlek as the country’s new justice minister. Tensions rose when opposition deputies attempted to prevent Gurlek from being sworn in. Lawmakers crowded the chamber floor, shouting and shoving, with some exchanges escalating into physical scuffles.&nbsp;Video footage from inside parliament showed punches thrown as security struggled to restore order. Gurlek’s nomination has been sharply criticized by the main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP). During his tenure as Istanbul’s chief prosecutor, he oversaw several prominent cases targeting CHP figures, trials that opposition leaders claim were politically driven. The government has consistently rejected those accusations, maintaining that Turkey’s judiciary operates independently of political influence.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-not-heard-from-anyone-except-russian-fm-sergei-lavrov-counters-us-claim-on-india-oil-deal-1770824550039">'Not heard from anyone except...': Russian FM Sergei Lavrov counters US claim on India oil deal</a><h2>Watch the video here</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Turkish parliament today 😉 <a href="https://t.co/wUUci0cOpq">pic.twitter.com/wUUci0cOpq</a>&mdash; Nervana Mahmoud (@Nervana_1) <a href="https://twitter.com/Nervana_1/status/2021596592273248468?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 11, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Despite the uproar, Gurlek ultimately took the oath of office, flanked by members of the ruling party. The reshuffle also included the appointment of Mustafa Ciftci, formerly the governor of Erzurum province, as Turkey’s new interior minister. The Cabinet changes come amid a politically sensitive period. In recent months, authorities have arrested hundreds of officials from municipalities controlled by the CHP in corruption investigations. Among those detained was Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, widely regarded as President Erdogan’s most formidable political challenger. His arrest last year intensified tensions between the government and opposition parties.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/zig-zag-legal-usman-tariq-s-action-under-t20-wc-scrutiny-1770828653434/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/zig-zag-legal-usman-tariq-s-action-under-t20-wc-scrutiny-1770828653434/embed</a>&nbsp;Officials have not provided a detailed explanation for the Cabinet overhaul. However, a notice published in the Official Gazette stated that the departing ministers had requested to be relieved of their duties. The reshuffle unfolds at a critical juncture for Turkey, as lawmakers debate potential constitutional amendments and the government advances a peace initiative with the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK), a militant group engaged in a decades-long insurgency against the Turkish state. Parliament is expected to introduce reforms aimed at supporting the reconciliation process, adding further political weight to the latest ministerial appointments.

WATCH | Brawl breaks out in Turkish Parliament over Erdogan’s justice minister pick

Turkey’s parliament descended into chaos on Wednesday (February 11) as a heated confrontation broke out between members of the ruling party and opposition lawmakers during a cabinet reshuffle session. The clash was sparked by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s decision to appoint Istanbul Chief Prosecutor Akin Gurlek as the country’s new justice minister. Tensions rose when opposition deputies attempted to prevent Gurlek from being sworn in. Lawmakers crowded the chamber floor, shouting and shoving, with some exchanges escalating into physical scuffles. Video footage from inside parliament showed punches thrown as security struggled to restore order. Gurlek’s nomination has been sharply criticized by the main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP). During his tenure as Istanbul’s chief prosecutor, he oversaw several prominent cases targeting CHP figures, trials that opposition leaders claim were politically driven. The government has consistently rejected those accusations, maintaining that Turkey’s judiciary operates independently of political influence. Also Read: 'Not heard from anyone except...': Russian FM Sergei Lavrov counters US claim on India oil deal Watch the video here

Turkish lawmakers fought in parliament as Erdogan appointed a controversial prosecutor as justice minister during a tense cabinet reshuffle

Old Reddit posts allegedly linked to Jesse Strang, named by some outlets in the Canada mass shooting case, reveal references to mental health struggles, transition plans, drug use and firearms. Authorities have not officially confirmed the suspect’s identity.

'How do I stop myself', 'I'm not schizophrenic...': Here's what Jesse Strang said in old Reddit posts

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Wednesday (Feb 11) that if the West goes ahead with a military footprint on Greenland, Moscow will take military "countermeasures". After the US President Donald Trump repeatedly expressed his intention to annexe the island nation, multiple European nations sent small contingents of troops to Greenland.&nbsp;“Of course, in the event of the militarisation of Greenland and the creation of military capabilities aimed at Russia, we will take adequate countermeasures, including military-technical ones," Lavrov said in a speech to Russian lawmakers. “The US, Denmark and Greenland must sort this out themselves," he added. The minister also accused Denmark of treating Greenland as "second-class citizens".&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-wants-new-improved-nuclear-treaty-with-russia-says-us-to-introduce-battleships-100x-better-than-those-during-ww-2-1770322884405">Trump wants ‘new, improved’ nuclear treaty with Russia; says US to introduce battleships '100X better than those during WW 2'</a> Meanwhile, the French President Emmanuel Macron said a day earlier that Donald Trump is “openly anti‑European" and asked Europe to brace for escalated tensions with the US. The French leader urged the European Union to take the "Greenland moment" as a wake-up call.&nbsp;In an interview with several European newspapers, Macron said that Europe should not think that tensions with America have ended. He said clashes with Washington, including over the EU’s regulation of digital technology, were likely in the months ahead.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/-did-you-torture-her-emails-of-jeffrey-epstein-and-martin-nowak-reveal-shocking-details-all-about-6-5-million-to-harvard-and-private-travels-1770656438037">‘Did you torture her?’: Emails of Jeffrey Epstein and Martin Nowak reveal shocking details. All about ‘$6.5 million to Harvard’ and private travels</a>&nbsp;“When there’s a clear act of aggression, I think what we should do isn’t bow down or try to reach a settlement," Macron told Le Monde, the Financial Times and others, adding: “We’ve tried that strategy for months. It’s not working."&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/disgusting-behaviour-by-president-most-openly-racist-trump-shares-video-depicting-obamas-as-monkeys-sparks-outrage-1770392209346">‘Disgusting behaviour by President’: ‘Most openly racist’ Trump shares video depicting Obamas as monkeys, sparks outrage</a> &nbsp;

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov warned Moscow would take military countermeasures if Greenland is militarised amid rising US interest and European troop presence. 

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Wednesday (Feb 11) that if the West goes ahead with a military footprint on Greenland, Moscow will take military "countermeasures". After the US President Donald Trump repeatedly expressed his intention to annexe the island nation, multiple European nations sent small contingents of troops to Greenland. “Of course, in the event of the militarisation of Greenland and the creation of military capabilities aimed at Russia, we will take adequate countermeasures, including military-technical ones," Lavrov said in a speech to Russian lawmakers. “The US, Denmark and Greenland must sort this out themselves," he added. The minister also accused Denmark of treating Greenland as "second-class citizens". Also read: Trump wants ‘new, improved’ nuclear treaty with Russia; says US to introduce battleships '100X better than those during WW 2' Meanwhile, the French President Emmanuel Macron said a day earlier that Donald Trump is “openly anti‑European" and asked Europe to brace for escalated tensions with the US. The French leader urged the European Union to take the "Greenland moment" as a wake-up call. In an interview with several European newspapers, Macron said that Europe should not think that tensions with America have ended. He said clashes with Washington, including over the EU’s regulation of digital technology, were likely in the months ahead. Also read: ‘Did you torture her?’: Emails of Jeffrey Epstein and Martin Nowak reveal shocking details. All about ‘$6.5 million to Harvard’ and private travels “When there’s a clear act of aggression, I think what we should do isn’t bow down or try to reach a settlement," Macron told Le Monde, the Financial Times and others, adding: “We’ve tried that strategy for months. It’s not working." Also read: ‘Disgusting behaviour by President’: ‘Most openly racist’ Trump shares video depicting Obamas as monkeys, sparks outrage

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov warned Moscow would take military countermeasures if Greenland is militarised amid rising US interest and European troop presence.&nbsp;

Russian FM says if Greenland is militarised, Moscow ‘will take adequate countermeasures’

Russia has dismissed US President Donald Trump’s assertion that India had agreed to stop importing Russian oil. Speaking in the State Duma, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said he had not heard any such confirmation from Indian officials, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Responding to a question from a lawmaker, Lavrov said that Trump appeared to be the only person making the claim about India ending its Russian oil purchases. According to him, neither Modi nor any other Indian leader had publicly endorsed such a decision.&nbsp;His remarks follow statements from India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri earlier this week, who reiterated that New Delhi will continue sourcing crude oil from multiple suppliers to safeguard energy stability. Misri underlined that India’s procurement decisions are driven solely by national interest. Echoing that stance, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said ensuring energy security for India’s 1.4 billion citizens remains the government’s top priority. He also clarified that existing agreements between India and Russia remain intact despite recent actions by the Trump administration.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-says-mexican-drug-cartel-drones-breached-airspace-triggered-temporary-closure-at-el-paso-airport-1770818765720">US says Mexican drug cartel drones breached airspace, triggered temporary closure at El Paso airport</a>&nbsp;The US had earlier imposed an additional 25 per cent tariff on India in August 2025 over its purchases of Russian oil, but later rolled it back. Washington, however, warned it would monitor whether India resumes buying Russian crude, directly or indirectly, and could reinstate the tariff depending on developments. Lavrov has repeatedly criticised Washington’s approach, accusing it of attempting to block India and other nations from trading with Russia. In an interview with TV BRICS, he alleged that the US is employing tariffs, sanctions, and other restrictive steps to maintain what he described as global economic dominance.&nbsp;He further claimed that Washington seeks to influence trade, investment cooperation, and defence partnerships between Russia and key partners such as India and other BRICS nations. Lavrov argued that Western countries are unwilling to relinquish their earlier dominant position in global affairs. According to him, the push to counter competitors has intensified under the Trump administration.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/ground-report-from-dhaka-decoding-the-mood-in-bangladesh-on-the-eve-of-elections-1770820540056/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/ground-report-from-dhaka-decoding-the-mood-in-bangladesh-on-the-eve-of-elections-1770820540056/embed</a>&nbsp;He also said the US is trying to exert control over global energy routes, referencing oversight of pipelines in Europe such as Nord Stream, the Ukrainian gas transit system, and TurkStream. Emphasising his point, Lavrov said the US strategy reflects an attempt to consolidate economic power through measures he described as inconsistent with fair competition, including tariffs, sanctions, and restrictions targeting communication and trade. He added that Russia must factor in these developments while shaping its international economic strategy.

'Not heard from anyone except...': Russian FM Sergei Lavrov counters US claim on India oil deal

Russia has dismissed US President Donald Trump’s assertion that India had agreed to stop importing Russian oil. Speaking in the State Duma, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said he had not heard any such confirmation from Indian officials, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Responding to a question from a lawmaker, Lavrov said that Trump appeared to be the only person making the claim about India ending its Russian oil purchases. According to him, neither Modi nor any other Indian leader had publicly endorsed such a decision. His remarks follow statements from India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri earlier this week, who reiterated that New Delhi will continue sourcing crude oil from multiple suppliers to safeguard energy stability. Misri underlined that India’s procurement decisions are driven solely by national interest. Echoing that stance, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said ensuring energy security for India’s 1.4 billion citizens remains the government’s top priority. He also clarified that existing agreements between India and Russia remain intact despite recent actions by the Trump administration. Also Read: US says Mexican drug cartel drones breached airspace, triggered temporary closure at El Paso airport The US had earlier imposed an additional 25 per cent tariff on India in August 2025 over its purchases of Russian oil, but later rolled it back. Washington, however, warned it would monitor whether India resumes buying Russian crude, directly or indirectly, and could reinstate the tariff depending on developments. Lavrov has repeatedly criticised Washington’s approach, accusing it of attempting to block India and other nations from trading with Russia. In an interview with TV BRICS, he alleged that the US is employing tariffs, sanctions, and other restrictive steps to maintain what he described as global economic dominance. He further claimed that Washington seeks to influence trade, investment cooperation, and defence partnerships between Russia and key partners such as India and other BRICS nations. Lavrov argued that Western countries are unwilling to relinquish their earlier dominant position in global affairs. According to him, the push to counter competitors has intensified under the Trump administration. https://www.wionews.com/videos/ground-report-from-dhaka-decoding-the-mood-in-bangladesh-on-the-eve-of-elections-1770820540056/embed He also said the US is trying to exert control over global energy routes, referencing oversight of pipelines in Europe such as Nord Stream, the Ukrainian gas transit system, and TurkStream. Emphasising his point, Lavrov said the US strategy reflects an attempt to consolidate economic power through measures he described as inconsistent with fair competition, including tariffs, sanctions, and restrictions targeting communication and trade. He added that Russia must factor in these developments while shaping its international economic strategy.

Russia denies Trump’s claim that India will stop buying Russian oil, as New Delhi reiterates that energy decisions are based on national interest

After the Canada mass shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School, reports identified 18-year-old Jesse Strang as the alleged suspect. Authorities have not confirmed the identity, while several unverified claims about background, gender identity and firearm access continue circulating online.

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Denying honour to soldiers has been deep-rooted in Pakistan's culture. After the 1999 Kargil War, the country called its own troops Kashmiri “freedom fighters”. Now, Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, in his poignant speech in the parliament, admitted Islamabad's apathy towards fallen soldiers.

Denial culture: How Pakistan’s ‘disowning’ of its soldiers continues to haunt national morale

Reports identify Jesse Strang as the alleged transgender suspect in the Canada mass shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School, though authorities have not officially confirmed the shooter’s identity.

Who was Jesse Strang, alleged transgender suspect in Canada’s mass shooting? Here’s what reports claim

A US administration official on Wednesday (February 11) said that Mexican drug cartel drones breached US airspace and were disabled. This comes after the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) halted flight operations at El Paso airport for 10 days, citing security-related concerns, which were later lifted.&nbsp;&nbsp;"There was no immediate threat to the El Paso community after federal aviation authorities suddenly closed airspace over the major US city, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar said. "From what my office and I have been able to gather overnight and early this morning, there is no immediate threat to the community or surrounding areas," wrote Escobar, who represents the Texas city on the US-Mexico border, on X (formerly known as Twitter).&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/what-is-national-defense-airspace-as-flights-suspended-at-el-paso-airport-for-10-days-1770813177312">What is National Defense Airspace as flights suspended at El Paso airport for 10 days</a>&nbsp;United States Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, in a post on X, said, “The FAA and DOW acted swiftly to address a cartel drone incursion. The threat has been neutralized, and there is no danger to commercial travel in the region. The restrictions have been lifted, and normal flights are resuming.”&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/china-shoppers-snub-nationalism-for-foreign-brands-1770817851540/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/china-shoppers-snub-nationalism-for-foreign-brands-1770817851540/embed</a>&nbsp;Earlier, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) had mandated a temporary suspension of all arrivals and departures at El Paso International Airport in Texas for 10 days due to security concerns. The shutdown started at 1:30 am ET on February 11 and was scheduled to remain in place until 1:30 am ET on February 21, according to an official Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) issued. Pilots are barred from flying within the designated airspace under the directive. The FAA labeled the zone as “NTL Defense Airspace,” explaining that the restriction was put in place for “special security reasons.” In a statement posted on Instagram, El Paso International Airport confirmed the temporary shutdown, stressing that the order affects commercial, cargo, and private flights. Passengers were advised to contact their airlines for the most up-to-date information on flight schedules.

US says Mexican drug cartel drones breached airspace, triggered temporary closure at El Paso airport

A US administration official on Wednesday (February 11) said that Mexican drug cartel drones breached US airspace and were disabled. This comes after the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) halted flight operations at El Paso airport for 10 days, citing security-related concerns, which were later lifted. "There was no immediate threat to the El Paso community after federal aviation authorities suddenly closed airspace over the major US city, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar said. "From what my office and I have been able to gather overnight and early this morning, there is no immediate threat to the community or surrounding areas," wrote Escobar, who represents the Texas city on the US-Mexico border, on X (formerly known as Twitter). Also Read: What is National Defense Airspace as flights suspended at El Paso airport for 10 days United States Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, in a post on X, said, “The FAA and DOW acted swiftly to address a cartel drone incursion. The threat has been neutralized, and there is no danger to commercial travel in the region. The restrictions have been lifted, and normal flights are resuming.” https://www.wionews.com/videos/china-shoppers-snub-nationalism-for-foreign-brands-1770817851540/embed Earlier, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) had mandated a temporary suspension of all arrivals and departures at El Paso International Airport in Texas for 10 days due to security concerns. The shutdown started at 1:30 am ET on February 11 and was scheduled to remain in place until 1:30 am ET on February 21, according to an official Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) issued. Pilots are barred from flying within the designated airspace under the directive. The FAA labeled the zone as “NTL Defense Airspace,” explaining that the restriction was put in place for “special security reasons.” In a statement posted on Instagram, El Paso International Airport confirmed the temporary shutdown, stressing that the order affects commercial, cargo, and private flights. Passengers were advised to contact their airlines for the most up-to-date information on flight schedules.

Earlier, the Federal Aviation Administration halted all flights at the El Paso airport for 10 days, citing security-related concerns, which were later lifted by the US aviation regulator&nbsp;

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